Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Personal Finance Planning

Central Washington University offers the only bachelor’s level program in personal financial planning in the Pacific Northwest that allows students to sit for the CFP® exam. A Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in personal financial planning, offers the requirements to becoming a financial planner while providing a broader business background. Personal Financial Planning (PFP) prepares graduates to become fee-for service professional planners with strong ethical standards who work with families and individuals developing specific budget, asset management, and related planning processes. The program design and content also meets educational requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards, Inc. accreditation examination. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: • Foundation knowledge and skill in the fundamental business disciplines. • Effective communication in written and oral business presentations. • Comprehension and application of ethical principles in business decisions. • Problems solving ability using integrative and critical assessment of business information and appropriate technical tools. • Career readiness through participation in co-curricular programs and activities. • Competency in their specialized field of study.