Testimonials of BSBA in Banking and Finance Graduates from the Philippines

Why did I choose BSBA in Banking and Finance: I chose this course because first and foremost, Business graduate are in high demand worldwide. Careers with business course are diverse and often highly paid.

About my college education: In this course, I learned how financial analysis thinkers decide, and make certain assumptions for an individual who wants to invest. This course is not only focus on business and finance major alone. There are some subjects that you need to undergo which their prerequisite whether you like it or not.

I can say that the most difficult subjects I learned is philosophy. I learned how to become at ease in every hectic deadlines to submit a proposal and thesis.

There are exams that are difficult and there are also not. Some passed and others failed. In my case, I hadn't encounter anyone who tried to shift for a new course.


My current job: I am a loan processor. Being a loan processor, from the term itself, I am responsible in processing of loans by investigating, conducting interviews to clients and approving loans.

Am I using what I learned in college: I learned to value time and money.

How long did it take to find a job: I got my first job just the day after my graduation, because I applied a week before our graduation program.

Do I recommend studying BSBA in Banking and Finance: I can recommend this course because every company needs to have an employee who is knowledgeable in terms of monetary.

A fresh graduate can earn 12,000 per month.
A more experienced employee can get 25,000 per month.

Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course: Students who wants to pursue this course must have love for mathematics. They should have knowledge in English communication because you are going to use it in whole semesters. In order to pass this course you should devote on it wholeheartedly, determined to finish it and keep on reading and research because not all lessons are being taught by professors.

Why did I choose Banking and Finance: If there is one industry applicable even in the simplest lives of each person in the world, that is Banking and Finance.

I chose this particular course because I wanted to learn more about the industry that partly runs the world. At the same time, being able to impart what I have learned in the field of Banking and Finance to the Filipino people, teaching them how to be financially independent, and introducing the importance of the bank to them, hoping that someday, this would help ease poverty among our nation.

About my college education: Studying Banking and Finance is interesting yet difficult. It is interesting how the banking industry evolves as the new generation comes in. Yet on the other hand, it is difficult as it is an integral part of the society. If the banking industry fails, many industries will follow and fail as well.

For succeeding in this course, one should possess high ethical standards and prudence because the Banking industry is a business of trust.

My current job: I am currently a management trainee under the Officers Development Program of RCBC Savings Bank. But the program will end soon and by June 2, 2014, I will be an official Accounts Officer, Junior Assistant Manager level, under the SME loans Department, Wholesale Lending Division of the Consumer Lending Group.

Am I using what I learned in college: All the things that were taught in college are applicable. The principles, theories and formulas are important to survive in the workplace. However, the most important lesson I have learned from school that I applied in my current job is more on the values and maturity that comes with education.

The principles, theories and formulas would never be enough if one does not possess the values and maturity needed in the workplace. It is not all about what is written in the book. Most of the time, it is about one's attitude.

How long did it take to find a job: 1 month after graduation.

Do I recommend studying Banking and Finance: The employment opportunities are wide for Banking and Finance degree holders. The salary range for bank positions is dependent on the size of the bank and varies widely. Also, salaries within each individual bank may vary for the same job title depending on the amount of lending authority or scope of responsibility of the bank employee.

Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course: Have the passion to excel, and be disciplined enough to be able to grasp the lessons the course would offer. Always keep in mind that this will be your first step on the ladder to success.

About my college education: Banking and Finance is fun but a very challenging course. At first, I started as an Accountancy student. However, I failed to meet the requirements needed for Accountancy so I switched to Banking and Finance. You must be open-minded and knows how to analyze. Mathematical skills is a plus.

My current job: Customer Service Representative

Am I using what I learned in college: Well, it is practical as the Banking and Finance course is more of financial management and working in a bank. Aside from these academic learning, I've learned soft skills that are relevant in any other type of jobs. These includes computer literacy, communication skills and analyzing figures. In my current work, communication skills and analyzing figures are highly relevant.

How long did it take to find a job: It took me a year to find a job due to personal matters.

Do I recommend studying Banking and Finance: Yes. I recommend this course if you have intentions in working in a bank. Salary may be negotiable depending on the job selections. I can say that 8 out of 10 that my course is interesting.

Why did I choose BSBA in Banking and Finance: I wanted to work in a bank.

About my college education: At first it was difficult but when times goes by and the learning became deeper it comes easy and the subjects are really interesting.

My current job: Associate Relation Manager in bank. My job is to generate revenue through bank product and services like loan, credit card and deposit accounts.

Am I using what I learned in college: Yes I am using what I've learned from college. I am using the basic banking rules, analyzing finances and others.

How long did it take to find a job: 2 months.

Do I recommend studying BSBA in Banking and Finance: Certainly yes.

Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course: Take this course if you really wanted to work in a bank because from this you will know the banking rules and you will learn about finance.

About my college education: somehow enjoyable, because the subjects were not that tough. memorization and being analytical was the skills needed for this course, especially when reviewing financial cases.

My current job: Fraud Analyst

Am I using what I learned in college: yes, because I've ended up having a bank career after I graduated. but Bank Companies doesn't pay much so I transferred to a BPO company. BPO and call center companies accepts employees even without experience so it's easier to acquire with them.

How long did it take to find a job: 3 months

Do I recommend studying Banking and Finance: yes, because now almost all industries now accepts Business-related course graduates so you won't have trouble finding job outside.

Why did I choose BSBA in Banking and Finance: Because even way back in high school, I was already considering taking up a business course. I chose accountancy at that time but I didn't like it but still want to pursue another business course - and it was Banking and Finance that I am interested more.

About my college education: Its difficult only on the part where your trying to learn what numbers on stock exchange and statement of account means. Its enjoyable because you begin to understand what those numbers and figures mean when you these on TV programs and newspaper. You also begin to understand business processes and analyze whats the current status of our country's economy and whats great is that this help one to know and apply how this can help him or her start up a business.

I think most important requirement to succeed in this course is to make sure you take it by heart and you to have the passion for learning everything about the course

My current job: Call Center Agent - Financial account

How long did it take to find a job: 2 months

Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course: This is a good course to consider if your after getting a business related job. I think this is also a course that will bring you more opportunities and will make you more eligible on different positions in the corporate world

About my college education: This course requires interpersonal skills, analytical and hardwork.

My current job: Supervisor - call center

Am I using what I learned in college: Yes, I am using what I learned in college, since I am handling financial account with my current company.

How long did it take to find a job: 1 month

Do I recommend studying BSBA in Banking and Finance: Yes. Career wise, you can easily get a job with these courses.

Why did I choose BSBA in Banking and Finance: I initially wanted to work in a bank.

About my college education: It was fun and exciting during the initial years but once you reach your 3rd year, it required me to be serious and really prepare for the world out there.
Hard work and focus is very important. It is the middle of city so you have a lot of options on how to spend your time. Malls are very accessible. Never give in to the temptation of being lazy.

My current job: Virtual Assistant

Am I using what I learned in college: Yes, financial analysis and feasibility studies has been very helpful in Project and business development.

How long did it take to find a job: I got my first job even before graduation.

Do I recommend studying BSBA in Banking and Finance: This is a very good course. Financial literacy is very important nowadays and it does not really mean you'll be working in a bank after. All aspects of business covers finance -- so it's career opportunity is very broad.

It is a dynamic career. You can jump from one industry to another. Salary level will depend on skill level.