BU 233 - Consumer Finance

Credit Hours: 3

A general interest course designed to help the individual better understand the financial world in which we live today. Topics will enhance one’s ability to make personal financial decisions which will include establishing an individual’s financial goals, making decisions on saving money, making investments, buying a car, acquiring insurance and budgeting. This course is designed to benefit all and therefore, no prior business training is required.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

make intelligent decisions and realize when outside expertise should be contacted.

F/S (C, N, S)

This course is to be used as an open college elective for non-business majors. Courses may include the preparation of personal financial software.