Business Administration: Finance Certificate

Program code: FINC-CC

Locations: Gateway, Middlesex, Naugatuck Valley, Norwalk, Tunxis

Program Description

This option provides the student with an understanding of the principles and concepts of finance within the general framework of basic general business knowledge. It is designed for the student planning a career in financial or general business management. This program provides the preliminary knowledge required for transfer to a four-year institution and for an entry-level position in finance.

Certificate Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of basic theory and practice of business administration and finance.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and prepare standard types of business communications.
  3. Demonstrate analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills applicable to business administration and finance.
  4. Demonstrate proficiency in the use and interpretation of data and information as applied to the various applications in business administration and finance.

Certificate Requirements

Required Courses
ENG 1010Composition3
BFIN 1250Principles of Banking3
BFIN 2100Principles of Finance3
BFIN 2300Investment Principles3
BFIN 2350International Finance3
ACCT 1130Principles of Financial Accounting3
ECON 1001Principles of Macroeconomics3
ECON 1002Principles of Microeconomics3
MATH 1200Statistics I3-4
or MATH 1201 Statistics I with Computer Applications
Total Credits27-28