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Accounting & Finance

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Whether you are looking for advancement as a financial professional, transitioning into the field, or simply want to increase your financial literacy, UCLA Extension can provide the educational foundation to help meet your goals.

We offer a comprehensive curriculum in accounting, taxation, finance and investments, as well as exam preparation for those seeking industry credentials. You'll gain knowledge that can be applied immediately to the workplace, taught by instructors who are industry experts and bring real-world experience to each course.

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Bottom line: brighter future

Our programs are affiliated with some of the top industry organizations, giving students a connection to professional associations including the California Society of CPAs (CalCPA), Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and Financial Planning Association of Los Angeles (FPALA).

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Accounting & Finance

Courses

MGMT X 430.391

Financial Analysis in Personal Financial Planning

This course covers the basic analytic tools and mathematical techniques used in personal financial planning and introduces the economic concepts underlying the profession. An HP 12C calculator is required.
MGMT X 423

Financial Auditing

This course utilizes case studies to examine client’s financial statements, legal liability, internal control, evaluation, sampling techniques, audit reports, and reviews the principles governing certified public accountants.
MGMT X 429.4

Financial Control of Operations

This course examines the techniques of interpreting and analyzing financial and accounting data for management decision making.
MGMT X 423.421

Financial Investigations and Forensic Accounting

This course is an introduction to the exciting field of forensic accounting. Guest lecturers from diverse fields will describe their careers by presenting real-world cases and investigations.