The Zen of Saving (NovoEd)

The Zen of Saving (NovoEd)

Whether you've had experience managing your money or you are just getting started, this course will help you gain control of your finances. Spend only 1-2 hours each week to take steps to improve your financial literacy and increase your savings.
This course is about the concept of cash flow, the foundation of personal financial planning. This is the best place to start to get control over your finances. This course is a minimum requirement for future topics exploring personal financial planning--sign up and stay tuned for more to come!

Through your active participation in this course, you will:

  1. Understand your cash flow
  • Income
  • Spending
  • Debt
  • Saving
  1. Determine your Money Persona
  2. Develop a mindset to take control of your budget
  3. Create a savings plan
  4. Start saving money
  5. Collaborate with teammates
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