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Oliver
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Providence, Rhode Island
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How to best prep for career in finance as a freshman in college #Spring25?
Seldom people are willing to network with me and there are a lot of materials to study - I don't know where to get started!
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Jose Casas Prats
Account Operations Manager
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Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
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Jose’s Answer
Hi Oliver!
I studied Business Administration and Management, and my university offered what was called a zero course to review and reinforce essential mathematical concepts to get off to a good start. I suggest you follow the university's social media and check the website frequently from now on in case they consider this option.
Additionally, you'll have access to specialized university academies at affordable prices, as well as tutoring from course instructors throughout the course as alternative and/or complementary resources.
Good luck and good luck in your new endeavor!
I studied Business Administration and Management, and my university offered what was called a zero course to review and reinforce essential mathematical concepts to get off to a good start. I suggest you follow the university's social media and check the website frequently from now on in case they consider this option.
Additionally, you'll have access to specialized university academies at affordable prices, as well as tutoring from course instructors throughout the course as alternative and/or complementary resources.
Good luck and good luck in your new endeavor!
Joseph Kerber
Software Finance Analyst
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Hermosa Beach, California
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Joseph’s Answer
Hey Oliver,
The best thing you can do is understand personal finance and then move towards corporate finance. Personal finance is your own undertaking as corporate finance (accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, expenses, procurement, accounting, etc.) should be taught through your courses and internships.
Take some time in your early years to understand your own budget, expenses, income, savings, and investments. This basic understanding will not only help you personally, but will translate to your career overall.
Also, don't stress too much. I remember being in your shoes and felt ill-prepared for the work I was getting into. However, it is amazing how much on-the-job training and experience you get. School will help you understand most concepts but you really get most of your working knowledge and begin to put all of the pieces together in the job.
I hope this helps!
Best,
Joseph
The best thing you can do is understand personal finance and then move towards corporate finance. Personal finance is your own undertaking as corporate finance (accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, expenses, procurement, accounting, etc.) should be taught through your courses and internships.
Take some time in your early years to understand your own budget, expenses, income, savings, and investments. This basic understanding will not only help you personally, but will translate to your career overall.
Also, don't stress too much. I remember being in your shoes and felt ill-prepared for the work I was getting into. However, it is amazing how much on-the-job training and experience you get. School will help you understand most concepts but you really get most of your working knowledge and begin to put all of the pieces together in the job.
I hope this helps!
Best,
Joseph