Finance

This course is designed to prepare the student to deal with a constantly changing economy. The student will learn the importance and have a basic understanding of financial planning techniques, will develop analytical skills, and through lecture and class discussion learn to make effective financial decisions. Specific topics covered include informed decisions regarding budgets, investment, insurance, retirement, and estate planning. Upon course completion, the student should have the ability to have a working knowledge of the materials covered in the course, thereby providing the student with the ability to make—and, if necessary, access, sources—for making appropriate financial decisions, both personal and business applications.