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Financial Planning & Investment I

This certificate is designed for students who are interested in the business aspects of financial planning or investments. Students will understand the terminology of finance and express themselves analytically using time value of money concepts, liquidity analysis, profitability analysis, and equity management concepts, apply the tools of investing to determine the appropriateness of an investment, and develop and prepare a personal income statement and balance sheet.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to understand and express themselves analytically using the terminology of finance; apply the tools of investing to determine the appropriateness of an investment; develop and prepare a personal income statement and balance sheet. 

Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE UNITS
BUSAD 131   Introduction to Finance 3 
BUSAD 134   Investments  3 
CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
ACCTG 101 Financial Accounting 5
BUSAD 120 Business Law I 3
BUSAD 135 Money and Banking 3
BUSAD 136 Money Management 3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 9

*This certificate is not financial aid eligible 

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Spring 2026 GCC Catalog Addendum 2025-2026

Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.