Financial Skills for Success

3 credits · Undergraduate

Financial literacy is crucial for making informed financial decision and achieving financial well-being. It empowers individuals to navigate the complexities of the financial world and make choices that align with their financial goals and values. It refers to the understanding of various financial concepts, including personal finance, budgeting, investing, saving, and managing money. It is the ability to make informed and effective decisions regarding money matters. In this course students will learn how to create and maintain a budget to manage income and expenses effectively and develop an understanding of different investment options, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and real estate, and how they work. Additionally, topics such as debt management, retirement planning, risk management, taxes and setting financial goals will be covered in this course. CALENDAR NOTES: No previous Finance knowledge required. Students will NOT receive credit for MGMT 2205.03 after receiving credit for COMM 3207.03 FORMATS: Lecture