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

Principles of Finance at Newlane.

Earn this Newlane 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 Principles of Finance at Newlane University
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Principles of Finance
Finance 201 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Newlane University recognizes as
Principles of Finance
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: Finance 201
DEAC accredited · Transcript sent directly to Newlane University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Newlane
⏱️ 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 Newlane

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Newlane University's registrar. Newlane applies the equivalency: Principles of Finance.

Pricing

Principles of Finance — two ways to enroll.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Principles of Finance → Newlane.

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

Understanding Principles of Finance for your Newlane 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 (Finance 201) is a 3-credit course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted at 20% quizzes, 30% assignments, and 50% final exam. When you finish and your transcript is sent to Newlane University, Newlane recognizes the course as Principles of Finance through a named course equivalency, which is the strongest form of transfer recognition because it maps to a specific course code in the catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

At Newlane, this credit can fit into degree planning for programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, where students still need to manage their overall transfer total carefully. The finance skills you build here also support practical decisions about budgets, investments, and risk, which can matter in work and in personal planning even when the course is being applied toward a Newlane degree path.

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 Newlane

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent to Newlane University for review. Newlane's registrar applies the course as Principles of Finance, which means the credit is not just counted generally but matched to the specific course in the catalog. That named recognition helps you see where the course fits in your Newlane degree plan, whether you are working toward the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, or another program. Newlane also has a transfer ceiling of 90 credits, so you still need to plan the rest of your coursework around that limit.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want to bring a finance requirement into Newlane with a clear named equivalency already in place. It can be especially useful for adults returning to school or students trying to keep transfer efficient, since Newlane allows up to 90 transfer credits and up to 75% of the degree from transfer, but it is not the right choice if you are looking for a course that avoids exams or does not require sustained work across quizzes and assignments.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Newlane.

Newlane University is DEAC-accredited and competency-based — you progress by demonstrating mastery. The entire bachelor's degree is a flat $1,500 total, and up to 75% of degree credit can come from transfer.

What Newlane offers UPI students
$1,500 flat total for a bachelor's
Competency-based, fully self-paced
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
No textbook or surprise fees
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward a degree
$1,500
Flat total degree cost

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving 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 Newlane University.