Though the world's financial markets have certainly seen sunnier days, enrolment in business schools has never been higher. In this article we are going to discuss one of the most popular courses for incoming business students. Business Finance is a relatively new field that has experienced rapid growth due to the demands of the marketplace.

More and more these days companies need qualified individuals to manage accounts and to provide sound financial advice. Let us take a moment to look at two of the most popular career options for graduates who hold degrees in Business Finance.

Financial Analysts are some of the most respected business professionals in the field. It is their job to determine a client's current financial status and to then make prudent recommendations based on their stated business goals. When it comes to individuals, this process is often simple...for an experienced financial analyst, that is. But when dealing with a multi-national corporation? Let's just say that the information can't be found on display signs here on Fleet Street.

Another prestigious title that many graduates of Business Finance programs aspire to is that of Financial Consultant. It is their job to provide sage advice and analysis to both businesses and individuals regarding current investment options, such as securities and debentures. To do this, consultants often have to make economic forecasts on their own, which is difficult because they don't have crystal balls and financial markets are notoriously mercurial.

And though they are both risky positions that often call for long days and sleepless nights, the financial compensation and the respect these professional receive from their peers more than makes up for it.