Personal Finance equips students with essential money management skills for life after graduation. Students learn budgeting, saving, and investing basics, as well as how to navigate credit, loans, and taxes. The course covers practical topics, including: like creating a monthly budget, understanding credit scores, and planning for major expenses such as college or buying a car.Â
Budgeting: How can I create a financial plan that empowers me to pursue my life goals?
Credit: How can I borrow and repay money, and what are the considerations and consequences?
Investing: How do I use stocks and bonds to responsibly grow my personal wealth?
Taxes: How do I plan for and successfully complete annual taxes?
By the end of the class, participants will have a solid foundation for managing their money responsibly and working towards their financial goals.