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Columbia Southern University Transfer Credit · Finance 201

FIN 3301 – Financial Management at CSU.

Earn this Columbia Southern 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 3301 – Financial Management at Columbia Southern University
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Principles of Finance
Finance 201 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Columbia Southern University recognizes as
FIN 3301 – Financial Management
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: FIN 3301
SACSCOC accredited since 2022 · Transcript sent directly to Columbia Southern University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to CSU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
Saved vs avg community college
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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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Columbia Southern University's registrar. CSU applies the equivalency: FIN 3301 – Financial Management.

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Principles of Finance — two ways to enroll.

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  • ✓Lifetime access to Principles of Finance
  • ✓3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to Columbia Southern University
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Columbia Southern University
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Tuition saved vs CSU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings = credits × $278 (CSU's published LearningPartner per-credit rate). CSU credit awards are subject to CSU Registrar review and policy.

More transferable credits

See all 68 UPI Study courses that transfer to CSU.

Principles of Finance is one of 68 UPI Study courses recognized by Columbia Southern University under the Articulation Agreement. Stack more for bigger savings on your Bachelor of Science — CSU accepts up to 90 transfer credits.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Principles of Finance → CSU.

📚 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 3301 – Financial Management at CSU
Does Columbia Southern University accept Principles of Finance as a direct equivalent to their FIN 3301 – Financial Management?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Columbia Southern University, UPI Study's Principles of Finance is recognized as a direct named equivalent of CSU's FIN 3301 – Financial Management — 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 3301 – Financial Management — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your CSU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken FIN 3301 – Financial Management at CSU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for FIN 3301 – Financial Management, CSU typically applies UPI Study's Principles of Finance as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your CSU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking FIN 3301 – Financial Management directly at CSU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your CSU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while CSU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without CSU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at CSU to reduce overall program time.
Does Columbia Southern University ever change which courses they accept as FIN 3301 – Financial Management?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Columbia Southern University explicitly lists Principles of Finance → FIN 3301 – Financial Management. We update this page whenever the MOU 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 MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to CSU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my CSU degree?
Columbia Southern University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by CSU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at CSU.
Do I need to enroll at CSU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no CSU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to CSU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach CSU?
Once you complete Principles of Finance, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Columbia Southern University. CSU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (FIN 3301 – Financial Management) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to CSU.

Columbia Southern University formally welcomes UPI Study students. Here's what's confirmed on their official transfer page — sourced directly, not estimated.

What CSU offers UPI students
✓Textbooks included at $0 cost
✓No ACT, SAT, GRE or GMAT required
✓TA & VA benefits assistance
✓Math & writing support available
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer into a bachelor's (75%)
129 programs
Active CSU degrees accepting transfer credit
📋 CSU's official UPI Study transfer page → SACSCOC accredited since 2022

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Transferring credits does not guarantee reduced tuition or number of courses required. Final credit awards are determined by CSU's registrar.

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