Personal Finance 101: How to Manage Your Money
Learn Basic Money Management Skills!
5 Hours average completion time
0.5 CEUs
11 Lessons
20 Exams & Assignments
678 Discussions
11 Videos
29 Reference Files
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Last Updated December 2025
The Financial Freedom Journey
Embark on an imaginative journey towards mastering personal finance with our innovative course designed to transform your financial future. Picture this: you're planning an exhilarating adventure to your dream destination. It starts with a vision--a dream of white sandy beaches and tranquil seas or perhaps the thrill of navigating through bustling city streets in a foreign land. This course uses the metaphor of planning a dream trip to illustrate the pathway to financial independence.
The process begins in your mind's eye, where dreaming and believing shape the contours of your financial landscape. Yet, dreams alone aren't enough. Like any substantial journey, achieving financial freedom requires concrete steps--planning, execution, and eventually, the joy of experiencing your dreams come to life.
Throughout this course, your financial plan will unfold like a well-crafted travel itinerary. You'll start by plotting the course in the 'Plan' phase, where you'll learn to manage your accounts, assess your financial health, and lay a strong foundation. This stage is about understanding where you stand today and setting the right course for tomorrow.
Moving into the 'Execute' phase, you'll tackle managing debts, building a robust credit score, and balancing your accounts to secure your financial future. This phase is akin to packing your bags and setting out on your journey, equipped with everything you need for success.
Finally, the 'Travel' phase allows you to reap the rewards of your hard work. Here, you'll learn how to grow your wealth, make smart investments, and possibly even start planning for retirement. It's about enjoying the fruits of your labor, whether that's on a beach in Oahu or enjoying the peace of mind that comes with financial security.
Why focus on personal finance? Imagine you're driving cross-country from New York to Los Angeles. Without a map, weather updates, or hotel bookings, your journey could be risky and fraught with uncertainty. Similarly, navigating your financial landscape without a plan can lead to missed opportunities and potential pitfalls. This course serves as your map, meteorologist, and travel agent, guiding you through the complexities of financial management.
As we delve into the nuances of personal finance, you'll discover that managing your money is not just about numbers; it's about setting a course that aligns with your personal goals and dreams. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your financial strategy, this course offers valuable insights and tools to help you manage, sustain, and grow your wealth effectively.
By the end of this course, you won't just be planning for financial success--you'll be living it.
- Wise savings and investment techniques
- Financial goal-setting and achievement
- Strategic budgeting and expense management
- Income diversification through personal interests
- Understanding and managing liquidity and assets
- Utilizing technology for financial growth
- Building and boosting credit scores
- Developing a resilient financial mindset
- Navigating digital banking and loans
- Leveraging financial tools and resources
- Effective debt management strategies
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Basic Math 101
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Investing 201: Intro to Commodity, Options, and Futures Markets
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Operations Management 101
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Habits of Millionaires
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Understanding Financial Statements
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Sustainable Development for Business
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Accounts Receivable Training
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Motivational and Public Speaking
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Financial Analysis 101: Planning and Control
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Business Analysis
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Debt Reduction
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Behind the Paycheck: Mastering Payroll Systems
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Accounting & Bookkeeping 101 for Everyone
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Organizational Behavior in Business
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Introduction to Logic
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Business Math 101
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Accounts Payable Training
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QuickBooks Online
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QuickBooks 101
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Purchasing and Vendor Management 101