Banking, Basic Certificate

College(s):

Harold Washington

Program Code: 0417

Program Requirements

Required Program Core
ENGLISH 101Composition3
BUSINES 141Business Mathematics3
BUSINES 161Prin Of Bank Operations3
BUSINES 213Data Visualization and Presentation for Business3
BUSINES 237Selling3
BUSINES 284Business Communications3
Total Hours18

Pathway

This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Banking. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate. 

Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students

All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Hours
ENGLISH 101 Composition 3
BUSINES 141 Business Mathematics 3
BUSINES 161 Prin Of Bank Operations 3
BUSINES 213 Data Visualization and Presentation for Business 3
BUSINES 237 Selling 3
BUSINES 284 Business Communications 3
 Hours18
 Total Hours18

Choose your courses with your College Advisor.

Careers

This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.

Loan Interviewers and Clerks

Job Description

Interview loan applicants to elicit information; investigate applicants' backgrounds and verify references; prepare loan request papers; and forward findings, reports, and documents to appraisal department. Review loan papers to ensure completeness, and complete transactions between loan establishment, borrowers, and sellers upon approval of loan.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$42,551
Median 50th Percentile$54,399
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$72,541

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$20
Median 50th Percentile$26
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$35

Annual Job Openings

293 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less42.85%
A certificate12.12%
Some college0.09%
An Associate degree6.69%
A Bachelor's degree38.26%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

38.26% continue their education beyond an associate degree

New Accounts Clerks

Job Description

Interview persons desiring to open accounts in financial institutions. Explain account services available to prospective customers and assist them in preparing applications.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$39,775
Median 50th Percentile$45,510
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$64,379

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$19
Median 50th Percentile$22
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$31

Annual Job Openings

55 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less45.60%
A certificate15.45%
Some college28.22%
An Associate degree10.73%
A Bachelor's degree0.00%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree

Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks

Job Description

Authorize credit charges against customers' accounts. Investigate history and credit standing of individuals or business establishments applying for credit. May interview applicants to obtain personal and financial data, determine credit worthiness, process applications, and notify customers of acceptance or rejection of credit.

Salary Based on Experience Level

Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County

Lightcast earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.

Annual Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$52,163
Median 50th Percentile$65,537
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$95,713

Hourly Wages

Entry-Level 10th Percentile$25
Median 50th Percentile$32
Senior-Level 90th Percentile$46

Annual Job Openings

11 annual openings in Cook County

National Education Attainment

Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.

Degree Program% of Jobs
A high school diploma or less26.97%
A certificate1.73%
Some college2.33%
An Associate degree22.90%
A Bachelor's degree46.07%
A Master's or Professional degree0.00%
A Doctoral degree or more0.00%

46.07% continue their education beyond an associate degree