FINANCE 008 - Personal Finance and Investments

    Recent Professors
    ELAC STAFF, Christopher Chin, Mark Estrada, Murniz Coson, Darian Chin, Cecelia Manoochehri, Sohrab Zand
    Recent Semesters
    Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    4.7Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Winter 2027 Sections
    View Winter 2027 sections of FINANCE 008
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    In this entry-level course, students engage with essential concepts and tools for the equitable and responsible management of personal resources. We explore households' diverse financial decisions throughout their life cycles, emphasizing budgeting, record keeping, consumer purchasing, credit management, home ownership, insurance, investing, retirement planning, and estate planning. Particular attention is given to cultural sensitivities regarding banking practices and investment opportunities, recognizing that financial systems can differ widely across communities. This course aims to foster an inclusive understanding of financial literacy, acknowledging the unique circumstances and challenges faced by Business Administration Department
    Usually Held
    Mon 6:50pm–8:30pm, Wed Fri 12:45pm–2:15pm