Experience the current financial services market from the perspective of real families. Design, develop and evaluate innovative solutions to improve service or address unmet needs.

HOUSEHOLD FINANCE AND WELL-BEING

CNSRSCI 775

Provides an overview of major theories in household finance, financial literacy, financial capability. Evaluates programs and strategies designed to improve consumer well-being by changing household financial behaviors, building household financial assets, and regulation of consumer financial markets.

INTRODUCTION TO CONSUMER FINANCE

CNSRSCI 175

Introduction to consumer finance and the concepts and methods used in consumer planning and financial management. Topics covered include budgeting, credit, investing, insurance, taxes, retirement, estate planning, mortgages, and an introduction to behavioral finance. Discuss methods for calculating, planning, and allocating resources to attain specific financial objectives.

INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING

CNSRSCI 275

Introduction to consumer finance covering techniques of personal sector cash flow, asset and liability management, life cycle financial planning, investment management, tax planning, retirement, and estate planning. Analysis and evaluation related to personal financial planning.

THE CONSUMER AND THE MARKET

CNSRSCI 477

Analysis of the consumer's market, consumer's behavior, and government policies affecting the consumer in the American economy.