Program Overview

Family Financial Planning – Graduate Certificate

Family Financial Planning

The Family Financial Planning Graduate Certificate program at Iowa State University is designed to provide students with the skills to guide people toward financial security. This program can also be used as a stepping stone towards a master's degree in family financial planning.

At a Glance

• Total Credits: 18
• Cost Per Credit: $622
• Time to Complete: 1.5 years+

Program Details

The financial planning industry is expected to be one of the fastest-growing sectors for the next decade. With the family financial planning online certificate program, students will gain opportunities in top-tier banks, insurance firms, and even their own private practice. The program covers comprehensive financial assistance to families in the areas of:

• Estate and retirement planning
• Investment advising
• Insurance and risk management
• Basic cash flow and debt management
• Employee benefits and pension departments
• Tax planning

Collaborative Advantage of IDEA

The Family Financial Planning Graduate Certificate program is part of a consortium of universities connected through IDEA. As a student in this program, you will learn from expert faculty who bring real-life experience to the coursework and are committed to helping you transition your learning beyond the online classroom into your career.

Admission Requirements

• Graduate College Requirements:
  • 4-year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
  • Academic Records/Transcripts
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement)
  • Proof of English Proficiency

Tuition

As a member of IDEA, all students pay universal tuition.

Program Format and Enrollment

• Format: Online
• Enroll: Fall, Spring, and Summer
• Rapid Admissions: Within 14 days
• Application deadlines: Rolling Admission for Fall, Spring, and Summer

Related Online Programs

• Online Masters in Family Consumer Sciences – Family Financial Planning

Research Areas

The program focuses on providing comprehensive financial assistance to families in various areas, including estate and retirement planning, investment advising, and tax planning.