Finance Focus

Launched in 2019, Finance Focus recognizes both the importance of creating educational opportunities for students — particularly from backgrounds that are under-represented in financial services — to learn about the industry. Capitalizing on the energy of a range of firms to recruit Barnard undergraduates, Finance Focus is a semester-long program that increases exposure of students to the financial services industry generally, while providing Employer Partners with the opportunity to connect with Barnard's exceptional student body.

In addition to traditional information sessions, Finance Focus events share practical information with students about the ins and outs of financial services, as well as about trends and hot-button issues in the industry. Students benefit from direct contact with investment practitioners, alumnae, and human resources/people & talent professionals, while also connecting with each other and building a sense of cohort. Finance Focus concludes with a reception for student and employer participants in the program.

Questions about Finance Focus can be directed to BeyondBarnard@barnard.edu.