CFIN 612 - Retirement and Estate Planning
Course Description
This course covers the issues that affect financial needs at retirement-inflation and taxation. Various vehicles for savings for retirement are examined including both private and employer-sponsored. The course also examines ways to withdraw savings at retirement. Estate planning looks at ways to ensure that assets are distributed both in accordance with one's wishes and for the maximum benefit of one's heirs.Sample Course Outline
Distance Course Outline (subject to change)Notes
This course is online and asynchronous except for its midterm and final exam, which is held in person (beginning Fall 2022). This means that you typically will not have to be online at specific times. You will engage in course-related activities through online tools such as announcements, discussions, and email. Your course learning will be based on weekly module content and activities that you can work through independently. Note: There will be deadlines for assignment submissions, and you may be expected to participate in discussion board interactions with your peers on a regular basis.
Your instructor may also include occasional scheduled sessions for Q&As and other discussion activities using web conferencing tools such as Zoom and Google Meet. Details will be included in your course outline, which will be available on the first day of classes.
Relevant Programs
- Economics and Finance : Electives (select 2)