Liz Connolly-Bauman
By Liz Connolly-Bauman

Adelphi, Md. (June 28, 2023)—ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï (ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï) has announced an alliance with , a professional association in the financial services industry, to provide an affordable option for students to become a Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) (CRS). Through the partnership, ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï students can take advantage of CRS training via Interfima’s e-learning platform at a discounted rate.

“The partnership will expand the financial foundations of ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï graduates and equip them with increased tools for professional growth and success,â€� said Kathleen Sindell, director of ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï's finance and economics programs. “The CRS designation can also assist a professional looking to change careers.â€�

To qualify for the discounted CRS training, ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï students must complete a bachelor’s or graduate degree in finance, economics, business, or law. The CRS training bundle includes CRS preparation course materials, six hours of review, and a one-hour exam for $600. ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï alumni are also eligible to apply for the discount. Alumni who are in process of studying for the CRS exam can take the test for $200 and receive continuing education annually for $250.

For more information about the FINRA Certified Risk Specialist (CRS) program, contact Kathleen Sindell, at kathleen.sindell@umgc.edu.

About ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï
ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï was founded more than 75 years ago specifically to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military servicemembers. Today, ºÚÁÏÍø±¬³Ô¹Ï is the largest provider of postsecondary education in Maryland and continues its global tradition with online and hybrid courses, more than 175 classroom and service locations worldwide and more than 135 degrees and certificates backed by the reputation of a state university and the University System of Maryland. For more information, visit umgc.edu.