Securities Industry Essentials, Certificate of Completion
Certificate of Completion: CCL 5907
16 Credits
Program Contacts
Ann Lopez | ann.lopez@cgc.edu
Program Description
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Securities Industry Essentials builds the industry knowledge and skills for individuals to prepare for careers in Financial Services. This CCL will introduce students new to or interested in financial services to the fundamental concepts of capital markets, types of products and their risks, trading, customer accounts, prohibited activities, and regulatory agencies and their functions. Students with the requisite experience in the field who complete this CCL can pursue employment in a variety of security industry jobs. This CCL also helps to prepare students for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Securities Industry Essentials (SIE). A Certificate of Completion (CCL) and Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Banking and Finance are also available.
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better for all courses in the program. Overall program minimum GPA = 2.00.
This Certificate of Completion (CCL) is intended for current or prospective securities industry professionals who are interested in expanding their knowledge in the area of financial securities to enhance their employment opportunities.
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Program Requirements
Program Prerequisites: None
Code | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Required Courses | ||
GBS120 | Workplace Communication Skills | 3 |
GBS151 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
GBS261 | Investments I | 3 |
GBS261LL | Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam Prep | 1 |
MGT126 | Customer Service Skills and Strategies | 3 |
MKT267 | Principles of Sales 1 | 3 |
or MKT271 | Principles of Marketing | |
Total Credits | 16 |
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Recommend MKT267 Principles of Sales if career goal in the field of finance is sales