Online Bachelor of Arts in Business – Financial Planning
A Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in financial planning prepares you to become a leading professional in the financial services industry. In the financial planning degree concentration, you’ll develop essential skills in portfolio, tax, insurance and estate management to become a financial advisor and create comprehensive financial plans in the field.
Quick facts
Next start date: 06/29/2023
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
Degree questions, answered.
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Earn a financial planning degree concentration online
Financial planning equips individuals and families with tools to navigate their financial lives. With a bachelor’s degree in business and a concentration in financial planning, you can enter the business industry prepared to assist individuals with key financial decisions and provide a personalized financial plan.
Financial planners are in high demand as the general population ages. With life expectancies rising, this demand will keep increasing. A financial planning degree concentration will prepare you to meet this demand and be part of the solution.
Finance skills for portfolio management
Upon completion of this financial planning degree online, you’ll have the capability to lead in the financial services business sector. You’ll learn management, problem-solving and data analysis strategies to give you the momentum to enter the field prepared and with purpose. Join the industry with your bachelor’s degree and the necessary skills in:
- Estate planning.
- Insurance.
- Personal finance.
- Portfolio management.
- Taxes.
Professional licensure and certification
The BA in business – financial planning fulfills the educational requirements for students to sit for the Certified Financial Planner™ certification exam. Since certification and licensure requirements vary according to your background, we recommend you visit our professional licensure page to determine if your program meets the requirements of individual state licensure or certification, as applicable. If you have specific questions, please contact your program director or degree coordinator.
Will my financial planning degree concentration say 'online'?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.
Your concentration in financial planning will appear on both your diploma and transcripts.
Finance and business courses
The coursework in the financial planning degree concentration will teach you how to complete comprehensive evaluations of financial states and goals. Class topics include personal finance and investment management, estate planning strategies, and tax and insurance planning. You’ll also have opportunities for experiential learning to propel yourself toward your financial planning career.
ACC 231: Uses of Accounting Information I
ACC 241: Uses of Accounting Information II
FIN 300: Fundamentals of Finance
LES 305: Business Law and Ethics for Managers
MGT 300: Principles of Management and Leadership
MKT 300: Marketing and Business Performance
SCM 300: Global Supply Operations
WPC 300: Problem Solving and Actionable Analytics
What can I do with a financial planning degree concentration?
This online program provides you with knowledge and academic experience in personal financial planning, so you can secure employment in the growing field of financial services. You’ll gain the skills you need to evaluate and plan for your clients' personal financial needs. With a financial planning degree concentration, you’ll be able to strategize with clients to help them achieve their financial goals.
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Community Life Director
Credit Counselor
Financial Manager
Loan Officer
Stock Broker
Learn from finance and business professionals
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- Nobel laureate.
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Learn from finance and business professionals
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- Nobel laureate.
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Admission requirements for the financial planning degree concentration
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain admission to ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if the Earned Admission Pathway is right for you.
Join a leading business school, 100% online
The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and great value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
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