Financial Planning is one of the fastest growing professions in the nation. As baby boomers plan for retirement and investors seek advice on creating and preserving wealth, the need for financial planning professionals will continue to increase.

For those mapping careers in this exciting industry, MCC offers the following academic alternatives:

Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement (CFP-Board Registered Program)
Para-Financial Planner
Financial Planning Specialist Diploma
Financial Planning and Investment - Associate in Applied Science Degree

Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement

The Financial Planning certificate of Achievement is designed to provide the student with practical experience in fields of personal investment strategies related to retirement planning, estate planning, and tax-advantaged investments. Upon completion of this program, potential employment opportunities exist with companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations in the financial services industry.

The Certificate of Achievement in Personal Financial Planning is a registered program with Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards Inc. For more information about the CFP^® Certification, please contact Certified Financial Planners Board of Standards.

Para-Financial Planner Certificate of Achievement

The Para-Financial Planner Certificate of achievement is designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in the fields of personal financial planning as para-planner professionals. Upon completion of this program, potential employment opportunities exist with companies, Certified Financial Planners^™, financial advisors, estate attorneys, and other positions with companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations in the financial services industry.

Financial Planning Specialist Diploma

The Financial Planning specialist diploma prepares students to participate in the financial planning industry providing technical support to industry professionals including Certified Financial Planner^™. Students will be exposed to the fundamental elements of the financial planning process including: Principles and Practices, Insurance, Investments, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning, and Estate Planning. Upon completion of this program, potential employment opportunities exist with companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations in the financial services industry.

Financial Planning and Investment - Associate in Applied Science Degree

Prepares the students with a background in general business and prepares them to seek employment in the financial services industry.