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Finance Certificate Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many courses are required for this program?
A. There are seven required courses and one elective course (16 total units) that must be completed to receive the Finance certificate. Students have a choice of two specializations (Corporate Finance and Investment Management).
Q. Can I take some courses from each specialization?
A. No, you must choose one specialization and complete all the required courses. You can complete both specializations, but will need to register for both programs as well.
Q. How long does it take to complete the program?
A. Though the program is self-paced, most students take one and a half to two years to complete the courses. You have a maximum of five years to complete all courses.
Q. Can I complete this program online?
A. Not all classes are available online at this time.
Q. What is the estimated cost of the program?
A. While each course is priced individually, the certificate program has an estimated cost of $5,500. All course fees are subject to change.
UC Berkeley Extension is a self-supporting institution and therefore cannot provide student financial aid. For more information concerning private loans and financing your education, please visit www.unex.berkeley.edu/info/enrollment.html#finassist.
Q. What day does a class start? Where does it take place, etc.?
A. For all information on current courses, please consult our course catalog or accounting certificate website at www.unex.berkeley.edu/cert/finance.html.
Q. I see that there are two prerequisites to begin this program (Accounting and Economics). Must I take these courses through Extension?
A. No, you can complete these two courses at any point during your previous education. You may also choose to complete these courses at another institution before beginning your studies. We do not need to see transcripts.
Q. I already took a few of the required courses at another college. Can I transfer the credits to UC Berkeley Extension?
A. You may request to transfer up to two (2) courses from an accredited U.S. university if the courses were taken in the last five years. For more information, please request the Substitution and Transfer Guidelines from the program representative.
Q. I am interested in applying to an M.B.A. program. Are any of the units from UC Berkeley Extension transferable?
A. Students interested in pursuing an M.B.A. or other graduate degree should contact the registrar of the graduate school to which you are applying to inquire about course transfer. We cannot guarantee that any courses will be accepted into another institution, including UC Berkeley.
Q. Do you have counselors, career advisers, or job placement?
A. No, at this time we do not provide these services to our students, though the program representative is happy to discuss outside options and opportunities with you.
Q. Can I take this program as an international student?
A. Yes, this program is approved for our Evening Certificate program for international students. For information concerning this program, please visit www.unex.berkeley.edu/intl/evecert.
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