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Can you become a stockbroker without a degree?
Afternoon,
Basically I'm looking for a short yes or no answer to this question. I want to become a stockbroker but I don't have a degree in any field? Is this going to be a non-starter for me or is there the possibility to train from scratch?
I'm thinking about paying for one of these home study courses from the Internet but I don't want to drop a load of cash on one and spend ages studying at home only to find that I can't actually get a job as a stockbroker because I don't have a degree.
I've read on a few job sites that they are only interviewing candidates that have an appropriate degree in finance. Is this just the policy of the individual firms would you say or it a degree essential for a stockbroker?
Cheers.
Comments
Yes.
Ha Ha, only joking, I wouldn't leave you hanging even if you asked for a one word answer.
It is possible to become a broker without a degree and in fact many people in the business don't hold a degree. I'd like to go as far as to say that they can't read, write or even string a sentance together but that would be a bit too far.
Before we go any further, tell us a bit about yourself. Do you have any other qualifications? What do you enjoy, maths and numbers for example? Is it possible for you to get a degree or another qualification (ie. Are you at a crossroads and trying to decide University vs Stockbroker)?
ATB,
Dave.
In short I don't see why not. As long as you provide your clients a quality service as a result as your own training and such I honestly don't see why that would be a problem.
It is generally recommended that you acquire at least a bachelor's degree prior to becoming a stock broker
You can become a broker without a degree, but I'd highly recommend that you complete your degree first and then get into the business
It is easy to become a stockbroker. All you need is a pulse and possibly a college degree.