When the recent UF graduate, Lauren Truong, began her career with Raymond James Financial As a scientist of the data, she was already competent in Python, R and SQL – skills that she acquired while working towards a master’s degree in Information systems and operations management of Warrington College of Business. It is not surprising that the financial services company based in Saint Petersburg quickly hired Truong from the start of the university.
“UF Warrington equipped me with a solid basis in data science thanks to rigorous courses and a practical nap project, which helped me (my) role,” said Truong, graduated in 2023 . “I use (my technical skills) to follow commercial decisions with data science. The program also helped me improve my ability to work in collaboration and solve commercial problems. »»
Students like Truong attract many Florida companies to the UF each year, while recruiters are looking for exceptional sales graduates with the ability to solve problems, to think strategically and to lead with excellence and innovation. In the past four years, more than 1,600 Warrington graduates have joined companies in Florida in some of the state growing industries – including financial services, energy and real estate – in Tampa Bay, Orlando and Jacksonville.
“Our mission in Warrington goes beyond traditional commercial education; We focus on the development of professionals who can have an immediate impact in the dynamic economy of Florida, “said Saby Mitra, dean of Warrington College of Business. “When our graduates join companies through the State, they bring with them not only technical expertise and business sense, but also innovative reflection and leadership capacities that help stimulate the economic growth of Florida . “
Warrington’s distinctive approach to commercial education combines rigorous academics with experiential learning opportunities. The college serves more than 8,000 students in three schools and more than 35 academic programs. Notable offers include online baccalaureate n ° 1 from business in business and online MBA program n ° 4.
With placement rates above 90% for students in MBA and full -time control in accounting, finance and real estate programs – and start -up salaries exceeding national means for students who obtain diplomas From master’s degree in business – Warrington programs constantly demonstrate their value in the preparation of students for a successful commercial career.
Some of the best employers of Warrington graduates in Florida include Dowelly,, Nexttery energy,, CSX,, Alde,, Fis,, L3harrisAnd Royal Caribbean. The leaders of Raymond James Financial continue to return to the UF each year to find great talents, according to Alyssa Adasiak, specialist in the engagement of the company’s campus.
“Warrington students bring a new perspective to Raymond James. From year to year, UF students surround in our internship roles, ”said Adasiak. “Warrington students stand out for us in Raymond James, because their program program really prepares them for the commitment of the business world after the college.”