Personal Finance and Responsibility

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course will provide students with knowledge and understanding of financial literacy and essential money management skills. This course will introduce essential interpersonal skills, such as active listening, effective communication, and personal accountability. Additionally, this course will introduce and explore topics in independent living including personal home safety, home management, and community mapping. Students will build awareness and skills in budgeting, credit management, and financial safety. These course goals will be achieved through integrated approaches such as service learning, critical and reflective journaling, lecture, discussion, and community-based immersion experiences. [3]