Program Overview

Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance

The Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance offers a BSBA Option in Risk Management and Insurance to prepare students for careers in insurance or risk management.

Option in Risk Management and Insurance

The Option in Risk Management and Insurance is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in risk management and insurance. The program includes a range of courses that cover topics such as principles of insurance, risk management, life and health insurance, and seminars in insurance.

Risk Management and Insurance Courses

• FIN 336 Principles of Insurance
  Prerequisites: BUS 302 and 302L for Business Majors.
• FIN 431 Risk Management
  Prerequisites: FIN 303, FIN 336, BUS 302 and 302L for Business Majors.
• FIN 434 Life and Health Insurance
  Prerequisites: FIN 303, FIN 336, BUS 302 and 302L for Business Majors.
• FIN 495A Seminar in Insurance
  Prerequisites: FIN 303, FIN 352, BUS 302 and 302L for Business Majors. Courses may not be offered every semester.

Center for Risk Management and Insurance

The Center for Risk Management and Insurance seeks to provide students with scholarships and professional development opportunities. The center offers a range of resources, including:

• Scholarships
• Jobs and internships
• Events, such as field trips, networking opportunities, and Insurance Night
• Connections with CSUN alumni working in the risk management and insurance industry
• Professional development opportunities

Program Details

The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in risk management and insurance, preparing them for careers in the industry. The Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance is committed to providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in their chosen careers.