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    Advanced Certificate Programs in Financial Planning

    Advanced certificates are obtained in a post-master’s program aimed at non-traditional liberal arts students and industry professionals who seek to enhance career development. These programs can be completed in as little as 30 hours or up to three years, but most take one or two years to complete.

    What is an advanced certificate in financial planning? These programs usually offer students a combination of theory and practice in the field of financial services. Upon completion of the program, students should be able to offer expert guidance to their clients who are making difficult financial-planning decisions. Areas of study may include income tax planning, personal financial planning, business financial planning, and financial management, among others.

    Earning a certificate in financial planning brings benefits that typically endure outside of the program. Students often obtain excellent research skills, the ability to solve problems quickly, and the power to effectively and accurately communicate with others.

    Advanced certificates in financial planning are available internationally, but program costs vary. To calculate total costs of tuition and registration, it is recommended that students contact each school directly.

    Lucrative career options may be available to those who earn an advanced certificate in financial planning. For example, graduates can become investment brokers, personal financial consultants, financial advisors, financial analysts, or asset managers. Students usually leave programs ready to work as expert financial consultants with knowledge of taxation, legislation, and the current economic environment. They frequently find employment at financial institutions or become self-employed financial advisors.

    Classes toward an advanced certificate in financial planning may be available on a full-time or part-time basis, and online courses are often a good option for students who need a more flexible schedule. To get started today, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.