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What jobs do I need to get to and move on to? I will worry about the qualifications and education part, so just give a straightforward answer. Also, what is a better contribution, a job in accounting, or finance analysis? I have not gone to college yet, and I am definitely not going to try to get a job like this without proper education. My plan is to got to MIT.
3 answers - Asked By: vikrant t - 3/7/2010
I want to be an accountant but I wouldn't necessarily want to stop there. I want to become higher than that, maybe a vice president or cfo. Is that possible?
2 answers - Asked By: matt - 4/12/2009
I am wanting to obtain a job such as- CFO, CEO, COO, or some job as a manager. What kind of degrees would I need? What are some good colleges to look into?
1 answer - Asked By: Cool Person - 2/14/2011
Hello, Need your help real bad. I need to know the best way of advertising a job vacancy/opening to countries such as Columbia and the UK since I am working in Asia. Facebook, twitter, blog, Linked, Newspapers and magazines are common and I need some sort of Media, website and even materials to get this advertisement to these countries. Is payment involved? What is the best way to spread the news of any job opening globally? Please help! suggestions, ideas and opinions are open to all!
3 answers - Asked By: Deekay - 4/3/2013
What are the kind of jobs that people who study accounting can get? And what do you need to know when you study accounting? Math level? Computer skills?
2 answers - Asked By: Shanizzel - 2/7/2008
Not difficult as in hard work, but being realistic, is there a lot of oppurtunities. And is there any jobs similar to it that can make above 85 grand a year?
4 answers - Asked By: Jop - 3/18/2013
I'm a college bound high school senior and am lost when it comes to declaring a major. I really like Economics but don't know where that would take me. If you could give me an idea of what kind of jobs require this major.
3 answers - Asked By: Schuyler R - 2/7/2008
Is it okay to apply to two jobs at the same company? Would they think I'm not serious in the positions if I apply for two different ones which I'm qualified for? Thank you!
1 answer - Asked By: Virginia - 12/5/2008
What are some high-paying jobs you can get besides just being a boring old accountant? Which has the best salary?
3 answers - Asked By: Madeline Rae - 11/27/2008
Hi guys! I'm writing a short novel that is set with the work colleagues of a graphics design company. What are some job titles within a company like that one? The front of house receptionist? Accounts? Graphic designers? The big boss? The PA? All help would be appreciated.
1 answer - Asked By: Rebecca - 3/9/2013
What is more in demand. I am trying to pursue my MBA in finance and accounting, then going for CPA or MBA in Information Systems management. Just coming out of school which will most likely land me a job without experience? The I have been working as a medical secretary for four years. I want to stay in the health care industry, but during the economy issues I want to be able to get a jobs in my field to support my son. Please help single mom BA degree in business administration, concentration in healthcare management.
2 answers - Asked By: chinalu - 10/19/2009
I'm thinking about going to a careers school for accounting would I even be able to find a job with a careers school degree
3 answers - Asked By: joe - 5/10/2013
Going for my degree in accounting. Want to become a CPA or go for my masters to become a controller. What kind of salary am I looking at? What kind of job duties will I have?
3 answers - Asked By: foxy3470 - 7/14/2006
Please tell me about the job or give me a website in which I could research it myself.
3 answers - Asked By: keon_artis - 10/21/2007
I'm wondering what are the posible positions you could attain in a job. I know that one of the highest would be a CEO, but that's pretty much all I know. It would be extra helpful if you could provide them in a list?
1 answer - Asked By: Vtor - 4/12/2008
I am 18 and have no school right now and i have no job experience so what kind of job can i get to pay for college?
2 answers - Asked By: Revenge - 3/16/2013
It's for an essay for a scholarship offered by my credit union and I need to create a credit union, but I don't even know the job titles of the people that work there. Like tellers and what else?
1 answer - Asked By: Cecelia Carney - 1/23/2012
Serious question. I'd like to know the areas of law you can practice and what other consulting or legal jobs you can get.
3 answers - Asked By: Alex M - 11/29/2012
I was offered a job but they will provide me with health insurance after 3 months they said. Health insurance is very important to me and I need it ASAP. Can I ask them if they are willing to offer it to me a little sooner,.. say after 1 or 2 months? What are the chances that they will agree to that? Can they?
1 answer - Asked By: marycotter5678 - 4/8/2009
It might take longer in the process, but I want to go to college. Any examples of jobs that could do that would be helpful. I am 22 years old so please be serious. It might take 15 yrs for that salary but am talking about attending college and paying for it.
3 answers - Asked By: Ellen - 3/11/2013
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