Banking, Finance & Insurance

Banking is a career that offers opportunities to students from all streams, be it humanities, commerce or Science. However, to make a career in banking, you must be good at analyzing numbers, that is, your mathematics must be strong enough to interpret and analyse numerical data. You must be prepared for the Banking Entrance Exams and for the interviews that follow these entrance examinations.
An undergraduate degree is essential to kick start your career in banking such as-
B.COM
BBA Finance
B.A Economics
Thereafter, you can sit for Bank PO exams or go ahead with higher education-
MBA Banking & Finance
PG Diploma in Banking & Operations
M.COM
PG Diploma in Financial Planning and Wealth Management
The essential skills-
Skills required
Team leadership qualities
Integrity, confidentiality and honesty in all dealings with money, customers & staff
Foreign exchange transactions need an analytical, quick and mature mind
Good communications skills in speech & writing
Numerical aptitude
Well-organised mind and well-rounded personality
Employment Opportunities-
Public sector Banks
Private sector banks
Multinational Banks
All financial institutions
Also refer-
https://www.shiksha.com/getArticleDetail/2036/Banking-For-A-Career

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