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Fin 120: Financial Literacy

Finance

Fin 120 is designed to provide students with both the knowledge and skills to manage their finances. Topics include a financial literacy overview; setting S.M.A.R.T. goals; financial planning tools and budgeting; credit cards, FICO score and debt management; financing your education and student loans; consumer loans; credit management; buying a car; renting versus buying; mortgages; a basic understanding of investing in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds; saving for distant goals and estate planning.

3 Credits

Instruction Type(s)

  • Lecture: Lecture for Fin 120
  • Lecture: Compressed Video for Fin 120
  • Lecture: Web-based Lecture for Fin 120
  • Lecture: Online Program for Fin 120

Subject Areas

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