Demonstrate your standard of excellence to clients and employers with a rigorous educational foundation. SMU’s program meets the coursework requirement of CFP certification, and you will learn how to apply the academic content in practical, real-world scenarios.
Qualified professionals will be in high demand as the U.S. population ages, life expectancies rise and wealth transfers to new generations. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment rate for CFP ® professionals is expected to increase by 15% through 2026, significantly outpacing the average for other occupations.
CFP ® professionals earn 26% more than financial advisors without the certification, on average, according to a study from the CFP ® Board.
Plus, 93% of CFP ® professionals are strongly satisfied with career choice in financial planning, according to the 2021 Survey of CFP ® Professionals.
This program is accredited and registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.