Banking & Finance
Certificate of Achievement (Transcripted) Accounting · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.ACT21.CA
Program Control Number: 40503
The Banking and Finance Certificate of Achievement prepares students for immediate entry-level careers in the financial services industry, including positions such as bank teller, loan officer assistant, and customer service representative. Through hands-on coursework in banking operations, consumer lending, compliance, and financial technology, students gain the practical skills and industry knowledge needed for success in today's digital financial environment.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Demonstrate essential knowledge of banking operations, deposit systems, lending practices, and customer service.
- Apply ethical and regulatory frameworks to routine banking transactions and compliance requirements.
- Utilize financial software and digital banking platforms to perform entry-level tasks and support decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with customers and colleagues in professional financial service environments.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | 13 | |
| BANK 100 | Introduction to Banking & Finance | 3 |
| BANK 101 | Deposit Systems & Operations | 2 |
| BANK 102 | Lending Practices | 2 |
| BANK 103 | Regulatory & Compliance in Banking | 2 |
| BANK 104 | Customer Service in Financial Settings | 2 |
| BANK 105 | Technology for Banking & Finance | 2 |
| Elective Courses: Select ONE of the following. | 1-4 | |
| BA 179 | Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) | 3 |
| BA 102 | Professional Skills & Career Readiness | 3 |
| BUS 100 | Fundamentals of Business | 3 |
| BA 105 | Introduction to AI for Business | 3 |
| BUS 130 | Personal Finance | 3 |
| BUS 140 | Principles of Finance | 3 |
| BA 103 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
| BANK 110 | Work Experience - Banking & Finance | 1-4 |
| Total | 14-17 | |