Program Details
Next Start Date: January 7
Credit Hours: 120
Course Length: 15 weeks
Estimated Program Length: 48 months
Take advantage of one of the fastest-growing career fields in the country with the online Financial Planning Undergraduate degree at the University of West Florida.
Why Study Financial Planning at UWF?
Dive into a comprehensive curriculum that has a strong emphasis on real-world application. There is an increasing demand for personal financial planners across the nation, and the profession offers the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives by helping them reach their financial goals and achieve peace of mind. Benefit from small class sizes, accessible faculty and a hands-on approach. Learn the foundational skills of financial planning, from savings and money management to tax and estate planning. The university also has relationships with local financial planning firms interested in offering our financial planning students internships and careers.
The Financial Planning major is a synthesis of theory and application that provides the foundation for a rewarding career. Our curriculum is targeted toward the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam. CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification is the standard for financial planning. CFP® professionals meet rigorous education, training and ethical standards, and are committed to serving their clients' best interests today to prepare them for a more secure tomorrow.
Finance is all about money and making good investments. The Financial Planning degree itself is a good investment. Undergraduate finance majors who are Florida residents may qualify for a 50% tuition and fee waiver on required courses during their junior and senior years. Check with your advisor for details and to make sure you qualify.
What You Will Learn
By completing this degree program, you will be able to:
- Create and effectively implement comprehensive financial plans that incorporate various financial planning disciplines
- Develop strategies for ongoing monitoring and adjustment of financial plans to adapt to changing client circumstances and economic conditions
- Apply ethical principles and regulatory requirements in the financial planning process, ensuring that all recommendations and actions are in the best interest of the client and comply with industry standards
- Demonstrate insights into managing a financial planning practice
Accredited by AACSB International
The UWF Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business is accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. Only 6% of business schools worldwide have earned this symbol of the highest standard in management education.
