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Academy of Finance
Course Options*:
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Accounting A & B
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Banking & Credit
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AP Economics A or B
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Honors International Finance
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Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Management
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Honors Financial Planning
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Paid Internship in a Financial Field
(minimum 200 hours)
What is the National
Academy Foundation?
Established in 1982 by the former CEO of
Citigroup, the Academy of Finance
introduces students to the broad career
opportunities in the financial services
industry.
What are the advantages
of the Academy of
Finance?
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Prepare students for the financial
services industry
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Speakers from financial fields
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If a student begins to invest as a
teenager, he/she can become a
millionaire by the time they retire
Opportunity to earn college credits while
in high school
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Paid internship
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Additional Scholarship opportunities
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Students are graduating from college with a lot of debt.
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Participate in conferences and Mock
Interviews
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Money management is essential to
a financially-successful life.
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Partnerships between business and
Educators
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Most careers require some financial
knowledge
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Enjoy special graduation & recognition
ceremonies
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A credit report is often required
when applying for a job
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Field trips
Did You Know?
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National Academy of Finance
Northwest High School
Nicola Richards-Wright, Site Coordinator
13501 Richter Farm Road
Germantown, MD 20874
301-601-4660
Email: [email protected]
T el: 555 555 5555
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The Academy of
Finance
The Academy of Finance (AOF) is a
member of the National Academy
Foundation. AOF and Montgomery
County Public Schools have
designed a rigorous and relevant
curriculum that supports a
learning climate for preparing
students for the financial fields
while completing their normal
course curriculum.
Mission
The National Academy of Finance is
a college-preparatory program. Its
mission is to encourage high school
students to take courses in financial
studies and related disciplines. By
doing so, students gain valuable
knowledge to prepare for
meaningful careers and to build
personal wealth.
Who Can Join the
National Academy of
Finance?
Student Benefits
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Six to eight week paid, meaningful business
internships providing real world experiences
Exposure to modern technology
Participation in Job Shadowing Programs
Course work opportunities at Montgomery
College good for college credit
Annual finance related field trips
Development of advanced communication
skills
Attending Young Professional Conference
Participation in mock interviews
A solid academic background experience for
those who might want to pursue a career in
the financial management industry.
Recognition by College Admissions Offices
Graduates acquire the problem-solving and
teamwork skills necessary to succeed in higher education and beyond
Students at Northwest High School
in grades 9, 10, and sometimes 11
may become a member of the
National Academy of Finance.