Business (Financial Planning) draft
Program Overview
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts program in Business with a concentration in Financial Planning provides students with knowledge and experience in personal financial planning. Students learn the necessary skills in finance, taxes, portfolio management, insurance, and estate planning from leading faculty.
Program Description
This program delivers to the next generation of financial planning professionals the knowledge and skills needed to develop solutions that meet clients' personal financial needs.
At a Glance
- College/school: W. P. Carey School of Business
- Location: Tempe or Online, ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 210 - Brief Calculus or MAT 117 College Algebra
- Math intensity: Moderate
Curriculum
The curriculum for the program can be viewed online.
Concurrent Program Options
Students pursuing concurrent degrees earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Accelerated Program Options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree.
Admission Requirements
- General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
- Additional requirements: First-year admission requirements for this program are the same as the university's first-year admission requirements.
- Transfer admission requirements: Transfer applicants must have a GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") for all transfer work and meet university transfer admission requirements.
Tuition Information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Career Opportunities
Financial planners are in high demand in the dynamic field of financial services and planning. Aging populations are paying closer attention to their finances as they approach retirement, and the rising need for financial planning services and advisors translates into huge opportunities for careers in this growing market. Employment of personal financial advisors is projected to grow 17% between 2023 and 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Professional Licensure
ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state.
Program Details
- Program name: Business (Financial Planning), BA
- Program code: BABUSFPBA
- Example job titles and salaries:
- Certified Financial Planner (CFP) - 9.6% growth, $102,140 median salary
- Community Life Director - 6.7% growth, $47,080 median salary
- Credit Counselor - 3.3% growth, $50,480 median salary
- Financial Manager - 14.8% growth, $161,700 median salary
- Insurance Agent - 3.7% growth, $60,370 median salary
- Loan Officer - 1.7% growth, $74,180 median salary
