Lead Faculty: Farhang Mossavar-Rahmani, DBA
Students who are pursuing a bachelors degree may qualify for this certificate provided that the student requests the certificate prior to the completion of their degree program. Certificates will not be issued once a degree has been awarded. For further information regarding certificate programs, contact an admissions advisor.
This coursework and the accompanying credits may be transferred to appropriate degree programs if all other requirements for admission to a degree program are met.
The Certificate in Finance is designed for students who are interested in buttressing their business acumen, in acquiring analytical skills, or who may desire to supplement their financial background. Career opportunities include three interrelated areas: financial institutions, investments and financial management.
Expertise in finance is a sought after and unique skill. This certificate prepares students for managerial responsibilities in organizations such as banks, insurance companies, securities firms, commercial and not-for-profit organizations. The four courses that comprise this certificate provide a broad yet comprehensive knowledge of financial management.
Upon successful completion, students will have acquired critical skills in the analysis of accounting, market and economic data. This will prepare them for expanded opportunities in diverse industries.
Certificate Prerequisites (5 courses, 22.5 quarter units):
ACC 201 - Financial Accounting Fundamentals
ACC 202 - Managerial Accounting Fundamentals
(Prerequisite: ACC 202)
FIN 310 - Business Finance
(Prerequisites: ACC 201 and ACC 202)
FIN 442 - Investments
(Prerequisites: FIN 310 and FIN 440)
FIN 443 - Working Capital Management
(Prerequisites: FIN 310 and FIN 440)
Certificate Requirements (4 courses, 18 quarter units):
FIN 440 - Financial Institutions
(Prerequisite: FIN 310)
FIN 444 - Risk Management and Insurance
(Prerequisites: FIN 310 and FIN 440)
FIN 446 - International Financial Management
(Prerequisites: FIN 310 and FIN 440)
FIN 448 - Seminar in Finance
(Prerequisites: FIN 310, FIN 440, FIN 442, FIN 443, and FIN 446)
National University is an affiliate of the National University System.