Finance
Microcredential
Finance equips students with the tools and methodologies employed by finance professionals. Upon completing this microcredential, students will understand the role of financial markets in the economy, how interest rates are determined, how risk affects the price and expected return of a financial asset, and will be able to analyze investment decisions.
Competencies gained:
- Understand Financial Markets and Economic Impact: Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the role financial markets play in the economy and the factors influencing interest rate determination.
- Analyze Risk and Asset Valuation: Evaluate how risk affects the pricing and expected return of financial assets using professional finance methodologies.
- Apply Investment Decision-Making Tools: Utilize financial tools and techniques to effectively analyze and make informed investment decisions.
Take all of the following courses (12 credits):
- ECON 226 – Money and Financial Institutions*
- ECON 227 – Introduction to Finance*
- ECON 427 – Theory of Finance*
*Additional prerequisite not in microcredential requirements.

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