Courses
WHEN: Academic year
MODALITY: In-Person
DESCRIPTION: This course covers basic topics in personal finance including saving, developing techniques for budgeting, and more. There is a heavy emphasis on the use of saving allocations to achieve personal goals.
Learn more about this course in the WWU catalog.
Please note that this course is not intended for those who plan to be Finance/Financial Economics majors.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
WHEN: Academic year
MODALITY: In-Person
DESCRIPTION: The Seminar 201 courses cover a wide variety of topics which students can repeat up to a maximum of 9 credits under different topics. Financial literacy is the key topic in one of these courses.
The seminar format of this course means smaller class sizes and a focus on building community among students.
Please make sure to check Browse Classes to find the specific SMNR 201 course you're looking for.
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 1-3 (variable)
WHEN: Academic Year
MODALITY: In-Person
DESCRIPTION: You will be introduced to stocks, bonds, and other financial assets in this course. Learn the basics of trading securities.
Learn more about this course in the WWU catalog.
Please note that this course is not intended for those who plan to be Finance/Financial Economics majors.
Prerequisites & Notes: Cannot be taken after or concurrent with FIN 440.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
WHEN: Self-Paced
MODALITY: Online/Canvas
COST: $50, or FREE to WWU Alumni/Faculty/Staff/Students
DESCRIPTION: A practical guide to achieving financial independence. Led by renowned truth-tellers in the field of finance and investing, learn the fundamentals of personal finance, from different types of investments, to risk management and retirement savings strategies.
This course is instructed by our program namesake, Paul Merriman.
You can find more information, including how to register, through Professional and Continuing Education at WWU.