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In Memory of Dana Leland
In Memory of Dana Leland
It is with great sadness to share that Dr. Dana Leland passed away on March 12 due to injuries suffered in a February 22 car accident. Dana was a life-long Texan and a huge San Antonio Spurs fan. She gave many hours volunteering in her community. Most importantly, she was the mother of four children – a teenage son, twin boys, and a young daughter.
Dana joined our team June of 2022 as an adjunct professor and was promoted to full-time faculty in July 2023. In her short tenure with Purdue Global she made a huge impact on our department and with our finance students. Dana was always a bright light of energy and purpose who sought ways for our students to learn, grow, and succeed. Most recently she was working with the SBIT Newsletter with a segment focus on finance student success and professional goals.
Her positive, can-do attitude was contagious for all who knew her. She taught both graduate and undergraduate courses in finance. Her drive for lifelong learning propelled her to earn four certifications in the past six months: Private Equity Certification, Corporate Finance Certification, Principles of Sustainable Finance certificate, and Innovative Finance certificate. In addition, when she learned of the need for economics instructors, she enrolled in a Master of Economics program and had only three courses remaining.
Dana will be greatly missed at Purdue Global, but we are confident that her spirit will live on through the many students who learned from her during her time with us.
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Finance Degree & Opportunities
This month features jobs within FINRA, the SEC, and the Federal Reserve. Check them out and let’s see if they pique your interest!
FINRA
FINRA, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, offers various career opportunities in the financial industry. They regulate brokerage firms, exchange markets, and ensure compliance with securities regulations.
As a FINRA employee, you join a diverse and talented team of industry leaders who make sure investors are protected and the market is trusted. Discover your opportunity to oversee more than 634,000 brokers across the country, analyze billions of daily market events, use innovative AI and machine learning technologies, and drive our award-winning diversity initiatives forward, and beyond.
FINRA Jobs include:
Compliance Examiner: These professionals ensure that member firms comply with FINRA and SEC rules and regulations. They conduct examinations and reviews to assess compliance.
Regulatory Analyst: Analysts interpret and implement regulatory changes, assist in policy development, and perform data analysis related to market trends and compliance issues.
Legal and Enforcement: Attorneys and legal professionals work on enforcing FINRA rules, handling disciplinary actions, and providing legal guidance.
Technology and IT: FINRA requires professionals in IT roles to develop and maintain the technology infrastructure that supports their regulatory mission.
Finance and Accounting: Roles in finance and accounting deal with budgeting, financial reporting, and managing the organization's finances.
Human Resources: HR professionals at FINRA handle recruitment, employee relations, benefits, and other HR functions.
The SEC
https://www.sec.gov/about/careers
The SEC is looking for the best and brightest to help strengthen their team in order to better serve as the investor's advocate. The Securities and Exchange Commission is currently seeking qualified applicants for numerous positions. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Positions are located in the SEC’s Washington, DC headquarters and in 11 regional offices in the United States.
Investing in your career – Could this be your next step?
Attorneys: The SEC hires attorneys to enforce securities laws, provide legal advice, handle litigation, and draft regulations.
Economists and Financial Analysts: Professionals in these roles conduct economic and financial analysis, assess market trends, and provide expertise in rulemaking and enforcement.
Compliance Examiners: These individuals examine registered entities (such as investment firms, advisors, and brokers) for compliance with SEC regulations.
IT and Cybersecurity Specialists: As technology is integral to securities markets, the SEC employs IT professionals to manage systems, cybersecurity, data analysis, and technology-related compliance.
Accountants and Auditors: Individuals in these roles review financial statements, investigate accounting fraud, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
Policy Analysts: They research and analyze market trends, propose new regulations, and contribute to the development of SEC policies
Human Resources, Communications, and Administration: Support roles like HR professionals, communicators, and administrators are also essential in running the SEC.
The Federal Reserve
https://www.federalreserve.gov/careers.htm
The Federal Reserve System is the central bank of the United States. It performs five general functions to promote the effective operation of the U.S. economy and, more generally, the public interest.
The Federal Reserve:
· Conducts the nation’s monetary policy to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates in the U.S. economy
· Promotes the stability of the financial system and seeks to minimize and contain systemic risks through active monitoring and engagement in the U.S. and abroad
· Promotes the safety and soundness of individual financial institutions and monitors their impact on the financial system as a whole
· Fosters payment and settlement system safety and efficiency through services to the banking industry and the U.S. government that facilitate U.S.-dollar transactions and payments
· Promotes consumer protection and community development through consumer-focused supervision and examination, research and analysis of emerging consumer issues and trends, community economic development activities, and the administration of consumer laws and regulations.
Do these Fed jobs appeal to you?
Economists: Economists at the Federal Reserve conduct research, analyze economic data, and provide insights into monetary policy decisions.
Bank Examiners and Supervisors: These professionals assess banks' financial health, compliance with regulations, and overall risk management practices.
Financial Analysts: Analysts at the Fed examine financial markets, assess risks, and contribute to the development of policies related to monetary and financial stability.
Policy Analysts: They research and analyze economic and financial trends, contributing to the formulation of policies that influence monetary policy and financial regulation.
IT and Cybersecurity Specialists: The Federal Reserve requires professionals to manage and secure its technology infrastructure, ensuring the safety of financial systems and data.
Legal and Compliance Professionals: Attorneys and compliance experts provide legal guidance and ensure regulatory compliance within the Federal Reserve System.
Human Resources, Communications, and Administration: Support roles such as HR professionals, communicators, and administrators are essential in running the Federal Reserve efficiently.
For more information on jobs like this, check out each of the following sites:
US Jobs – Government Job site
Business and Finance – Government Job Site
https://gogovernment.org/career/business-and-finance/
Careers at the US Treasury
https://home.treasury.gov/about/careers-at-treasury
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