… planner. The analysis includes developing an understanding of diversification, risk management, growth stocks, mutual funds, dividends, technical and fundamental analysis, bonds, and stock options. FINANCE 8 - Personal Finance and Investments (3 Units) CSU LECTURE, 3 HOURS … value of money, setting budgets, and saving for major purchases and retirement. Also included are a selection of services that are chosen from topics such as borrowing money, lending money, buying insurance, buying a new home, and buying stocks …