UPI Study Colleges CrestPoint University Principles of Finance
CrestPoint University Transfer Credit · Finance 201

FIN-101 – Principles of Finance at CrestPoint.

Earn this CrestPoint University equivalency through UPI Study's Principles of Finance — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Principles of Finance — transfers as FIN-101 – Principles of Finance at CrestPoint University
Signed Articulation Agreement · May 2025
UPI Study × CrestPoint University
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Principles of Finance
Finance 201 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
CrestPoint University recognizes as
FIN-101 – Principles of Finance
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: FIN-101
DEAC accredited since 2006 · Transcript sent directly to CrestPoint University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to CrestPoint
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of principles of finance, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Master core financial principles, such as time value of money, risk and return, and financial statement analysis, and apply these to various financial contexts
  • Evaluate investment opportunities using tools like Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and understand the impact of risk on investment decisions
  • Analyze financial markets and instruments, including stocks, bonds, and derivatives, to make informed investment choices
  • Make strategic corporate financial management decisions regarding capital budgeting, structure, and cost of capital
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks, employing derivatives and risk management strategies in domestic and international contexts
  • Create and utilize financial models for decision-making, and communicate financial analyses effectively
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to Finance Corporate Structure & Governance Economic Foundations: Money & Rates Accrual Accounting Process Financial Statements Measures of Financial Health Cash Flow & Financial Projections Corporate Forecasting Models Time Value of Money Fixed Income Valuation Stocks & Stock Valuation Historical Performance of US Markets Statistical Analysis in Finance Regression Analysis in Finance Risk, Return & the CAPM
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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Transfer to CrestPoint

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to CrestPoint University's registrar. CrestPoint applies the equivalency: FIN-101 – Principles of Finance.

Pricing

Principles of Finance — two ways to enroll.

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Tuition saved vs CrestPoint per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate = credits × $325, CrestPoint's published undergraduate per-credit rate (crestpoint.edu/Tuition). CrestPoint accepts up to 72 general education transfer credits and requires a grade of C- or better. Credit awards are subject to CrestPoint's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

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📚 About Principles of Finance
What is Principles of Finance?
Principles of Finance is a college-level course that teaches financial analysis, planning, and decision-making. It is Finance 201 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
What skills will I gain?
You will be able to analyze financial data, interpret statements, apply key financial concepts to business decisions, and understand how organizations plan and manage their finances.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About FIN-101 – Principles of Finance at CrestPoint
Does CrestPoint University accept Principles of Finance as a direct equivalent to their FIN-101 – Principles of Finance?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and CrestPoint University, UPI Study's Principles of Finance is recognized as a direct named equivalent of CrestPoint's FIN-101 – Principles of Finance — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Principles of Finance as transferring as FIN-101 – Principles of Finance — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your CrestPoint transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken FIN-101 – Principles of Finance at CrestPoint or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for FIN-101 – Principles of Finance, CrestPoint typically applies UPI Study's Principles of Finance as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your CrestPoint advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking FIN-101 – Principles of Finance directly at CrestPoint?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your CrestPoint degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while CrestPoint's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without CrestPoint enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at CrestPoint to reduce overall program time.
Does CrestPoint University ever change which courses they accept as FIN-101 – Principles of Finance?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and CrestPoint University explicitly lists Principles of Finance → FIN-101 – Principles of Finance. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to CrestPoint
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my CrestPoint degree?
CrestPoint University accepts up to 60% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 72 credits for the bachelor's degree. 29 UPI Study courses are recognized by CrestPoint under the UPI Study × CrestPoint articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at CrestPoint.
Do I need to enroll at CrestPoint first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no CrestPoint enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to CrestPoint when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach CrestPoint?
Once you complete Principles of Finance, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by CrestPoint University. CrestPoint's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (FIN-101 – Principles of Finance) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Principles of Finance for your CrestPoint credit.

What is Principles of Finance?

Principles of Finance is the study of how money is used, valued, and managed in business decisions. It covers how companies raise and spend capital, how to read financial statements, and how to judge whether an investment or project is worth pursuing. The course also introduces the basic tools used to compare future and present value, risk, and return.

How the course teaches you

Principles of Finance is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. When you finish, the transcript can be sent for CrestPoint review, and CrestPoint recognizes the course as FIN-101 – Principles of Finance through a named course equivalency.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The material helps you make sense of budgets, borrowing, investing, and business decisions, which is useful whether you are managing personal finances or working with company records and reports. At CrestPoint, the credit can fit into programs such as the Associate of Paralegal Studies or the Bachelor of Business Administration, where understanding financial statements and capital decisions can support later coursework.

Skills you walk away with

Calculate time value of money, NPV, and IRRRead and analyze financial statementsAssess financial health using key measures and cash flowBuild basic financial projections and forecasting modelsEvaluate stocks, bonds, and other financial instrumentsEstimate cost of capital and support capital budgeting decisionsIdentify financial risk and use basic hedging concepts

Taking this course toward CrestPoint

After completion, your transcript is sent for review and CrestPoint applies the course as FIN-101 – Principles of Finance under the signed articulation agreement with UPI Study. That named recognition means the credit maps to a specific course in the CrestPoint catalog, which can support degree planning in programs such as the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Associate of Paralegal Studies. CrestPoint accepts up to 72 transfer credits, or 60% of a degree, so this course may help you move credits into the right place without exceeding that limit. CrestPoint also accepts transfer credit recommended by ACE, NCCRS, and CCAP, but this course is already tied to a specific CrestPoint equivalency.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical choice for students planning ahead for CrestPoint and wanting a course with a specific named match, FIN-101 – Principles of Finance, rather than a general elective. It can suit students who need transfer credit that may help them stay within CrestPoint's 72-credit maximum, but it is not the right fit if you are looking for a course outside finance or do not need a direct course equivalency.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to CrestPoint.

CrestPoint University accepts transfer credit recommended by ACE, NCCRS, and CCAP. Under the signed articulation agreement with UPI Study, each course below has an assigned CrestPoint course equivalent.

What CrestPoint offers UPI students
Signed articulation agreement (May 2025)
Accepts ACE, NCCRS & CCAP credit
Instructor-led courses with live interaction
DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · NC-SARA
The numbers
72 credits
Max general education transfer credits
C- or better
Minimum grade required to transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at CrestPoint in good standing and meet course and program requirements. Final credit awards are determined solely by CrestPoint University's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to CrestPoint University.