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Finance Academy


The Academy of Finance helps meet the industry's need for a diverse workforce that reflects the nation. The Academy of Finance introduces students to the broad career opportunities in the financial service industry and, in the process, equips them to make sound choices for their future. It provides students with industry-related courses of study, while enabling and encouraging them to earn paid internships at leading financial services corporations, obtain employment after graduation, and pursue higher education.
Glenn Gurley
Academy Coordinator
ggurley@gaston.k12.nc.us

 

The Academy of Finance features:

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Classroom instruction integrated with workplace experience

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A six to eight week paid internship

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An introduction to all facets of the financial services industry

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Exposure to current technology

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The opportunity to earn college credit while in high school.