3 credits
Spring 2025 Lecture Lower Division
This course is designed to allow students to make informed decisions regarding their current and future financial position. Utilizing basic tools such as financial statements and budgets, the students can learn how to plan effectively for continuous financial stability. Students also are able to acquire a basic understanding of different saving instruments, investments, and retirement planning methods, as well as the benefits of purchasing real assets and accumulating wealth to allow stability. Students also have the opportunity to explore other interesting topics of personal finance through presentations and voluntary participation in class discussion. Permission of instructor required.
Learning Outcomes1Create a personal spending, saving, and investment plan for immediately after college.
2Invest in desired stocks based on popular statistical measures.
3Obtain a general understanding of careers in financial services.
4Understand the financial impact of taxes, debt, and health.
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