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| Basics of Business Finance | ||
| Creating Shareholder Value | ||
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| Personal Finance: Getting Started | ||
| Personal Finance: Taking Stock | ||
| Personal Finance: Time Value of Money | ||
| Personal Finance: Setting Goals | ||
| Personal Finance: Understanding Credit | ||
| Investing: Balancing Risk and Return | ||
| Retirement Planning I: Essential Concepts | ||
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Personal Finance: Understanding Credit
Getting too far into debt is the biggest and most common financial mistake that consumers make. This course looks at the different types of credit available for you, what you need to know about your credit rating, and how to differentiate between dumb and smart credit. It also shows you how to turn things around if your debt load has become critical, providing a brief overview of the bankruptcy process.
After completing this course you will be able to
Know how different types of credit work
Recognize the factors that influence your credit rating
Review your credit report
Choose the type of credit that is appropriate for you
Investing: Balancing Risk and Return
Many people dream of high investment returns with little or no risk involved, but real world investing requires a tradeoff between the return you expect and the level of risk you are willing to accept. This course will teach you about the risks and returns of different types of investments, including equities, fixed income and cash equivalents. You will create a personal investor profile and develop an investment strategy to reach your objectives. This is one of the four core courses in the Personal Finance curriculum.
After completing this course you will be able to
Recognize the different types of risk that affect investments
Identify the three major asset classes
Understand the relationship between risk and return for investments in each
asset class
Appreciate the importance of your investment time horizon
Retirement Planning I: Essential Concepts
With earlier retirement and longer life expectancies, you may find yourself spending nearly as many years in retirement as you did working. The best way to ensure a financially comfortable retirement is to think about what you want, then make a plan to help you get there. The earlier you start, the easier it will be to reach your goal-even if your savings are modest.
This course helps you determine how much income you will need in retirement, and what you can expect from Social Security and employer pensions. It will also identify any shortfall you need to make up through personal savings.
After completing this course you will be able to
Explain the importance of planning early for retirement
Define the three pillars of retirement income
Recognize the importance and future of Social Security for retirees
Identify the factors that determine the level of retirement benefits you will
receive