This course is designed to equip students with essential financial skills and knowledge. It covers fundamental money principles, including budgeting, managing a checkbook, and organizing financial paperwork. Students will learn effective strategies for handling credit and debt, becoming wise consumers, and understanding the impact of money on relationships and lifestyle choices. The course also explores financial considerations for major life events such as school, marriage, homeownership, and raising children. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of planning ahead for retirement. By the end of the course, students will be prepared to make informed financial decisions and manage their money responsibly.
