Advanced Certificate in Financial Services
The Advanced Certificate in Financial Services prepares professionals to enter, or advance within, careers in banking, investments, insurance, wealth management and related fields. It is especially well suited for those who consult with small business owners or who service small business markets or accounts.
The 21 credit program can be completed during evenings and weekends. A maximum of two three-credit courses completed during the last ten years may be applied toward the Certificate in lieu of equivalent required courses. All students must demonstrate computer competency or meet the requirement by completing Computer Applications (MIS 101).
| Course Requirements* | |
| Number | Name |
|---|---|
| ACCT 101 | Principles of Accounting |
| BADM 250 | Entrepreneurship |
| BADM 310 | Business Law I |
| COMM 180 | Business and Professional Communication |
| FIN 301 | Investments |
| FIN 314 | Principles of Banking and Consumer Lending |
| FIN 350 | Financial Management |
| FIN 410 | Estate Planning |
| MGMT 300 | Leadership in Organizations |
*Descriptions are available in the Course Catalog
Admissions Requirements
B.A. or B.S. degree with an overall GPA of at least 2.5.
Admissions Procedures
Have official college transcripts sent to the Office of Adult & Graduate Programs. Submit a completed Advanced Certificate Application, along with a $30 application fee**.
**You can also choose to apply online for free.