Undergraduate Certificate in Finance
The Undergraduate Certificate in Finance is an academic certificate offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that combines a love of business with an emphasis on strengthening financial understanding. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but wish to build a foundation of stewarding practices based on Christian principles and values.
- Study corporate finance theories, concepts, and practices, including valuation, risk management, profits, performance measurements, and assessment.
- Explore the financial function of the commercial enterprise, working capital management and procurement of resources from financial markets.
- Learn appropriate investment objectives, develop portfolio strategies, estimate risk-return expectations, and evaluate investment performance.
This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.
Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Finance is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.
| Code | Name | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code: BUSN 320 | Financial Management | Credits: 3 | Explores the financial function of the commercial enterprise including topics on working capital management, procurement of resources from financial markets, and financial decision making in the firm. Prerequisite: ECON 120 or ECON 260. |
| Code: FINA 280 | Introduction to Financial Planning | Credits: 3 | An overview of the principles behind financial planning and the financial planning process for individuals. Topics include retirement planning, time value of money, personal financial statements, budgeting, emergency fund planning, credit and debt management, educational funding, financial planning for special circumstances, tax and estate planning, and other subjects. |
| Code: FINA 345 | Corporate Finance | Credits: 3 | Studies the theories, concepts and practices of corporate finance including the topics of valuation, risk management, profits, performance measurements, assessing and implementing financing decisions, as well as designing and implementing corporate finance policies and influencing capital structures. Prerequisite: BUSN 320. |
| Code: FINA 350 | Investment & Portfolio Management | Credits: 3 | This course examines institutional and individualized portfolio management. Course covers principles for managing financial assets which would apply to managing corporate pension funds, bank-administered trusts, and other institutional funds. Students will learn how to determine appropriate investment objectives, develop portfolio strategies, estimate risk-return expectations, and evaluation of investment performance. Prerequisite: FINA 345. |
| Code: FINA 420 | Financial Strategy | Credits: 3 | This course focuses on corporate finance theory in order to analyze issues affecting corporate financial practices. The course considers the strategic impact of using various debt and equity financing methods, and discusses tools for financial analysis. Topics covered include Business valuation techniques, corporate mergers, and ratio analysis dividend policy. Prerequisite: FINA 345. |
Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.
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| Undergraduate Certificate | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising & Marketing | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Biblical Studies | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Business | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Christian Ministry | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Communication | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Computer Science | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Counseling | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Criminal Justice | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Cybersecurity | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Finance | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Government | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Healthcare Studies | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Human Resources | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Information Systems | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| International Relations | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Leadership Studies | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
| Psychology | $250 | 12 | $3,000 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.
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