Certificate in Fundamentals of Finance

The Certificate in Fundamentals of Finance covers financial statement analysis; futures, options, and derivatives; and valuation and portfolio management. 

Certificate programs are offered in several disciplines taught at the Stuart School of Business. These programs provide students with post-baccalaureate knowledge of an area of specialization within the respective discipline. Students in these programs register as certificate students. Certificate programs require a set of three to four courses. Students admitted to a master’s degree program may apply some coursework previously taken in a certificate program toward master’s degree requirements. This certificate is designed for professionals seeking to increase their knowledge and skills in a particular area and earn stackable credentials toward a degree program.

Curriculum

MSF 504Valuation and Portfolio Management3
MSF 505Futures, Options, and OTC Derivatives3
MSF 506Financial Statement Analysis3
Total Credit Hours9