Financial Planning & Investment I

This certificate is designed for students who are interested in the business aspects of financial planning or investments. Students will understand the terminology of finance and express themselves analytically using time value of money concepts, liquidity analysis, profitability analysis, and equity management concepts, apply the tools of investing to determine the appropriateness of an investment, and develop and prepare a personal income statement and balance sheet. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to understand and express themselves analytically using the terminology of finance; apply the tools of investing to determine the appropriateness of an investment; develop and prepare a personal income statement and balance sheet. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 9-11 units.

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This certificate does not satisfy the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree.

Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES	REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
	BUSAD 131	Introduction to Finance	3
	BUSAD 134	Investments	3
	Select one course from the following:
	ACCTG 101	Financial Accounting	5
	BUSAD 120	Business Law I	3
	BUSAD 135	Money and Banking	3
	BUSAD 136	Money Management	3
	TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		9

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

February 2026

GCC Catalog Addendum Spring 2026

*This certificate is not financial aid eligible

Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.