BUS 120 - Personal Finance

Offered FL, WI
Lecture- 3
3 credit hrs/3 contact hrs
This introductory course is designed for any student interested in acquiring personal finance skills for individuals and/or families. It will provide students with a basic knowledge of how various economic and financial principles may be used to manage income, build and protect assets, reduce expenses, and make sound investments to meet future needs and goals. Topics supporting those concepts include budgets, income taxes, checking and savings accounts, credit options, making major purchases, managing risk, investment options, and retirement planning.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental personal finance vocabulary. Identify good money management practices. Explain a variety of income and asset protection options. Describe savings and investing options used to meet short- and long-term goals. Communicate personal finance concepts, methods, and evidence in a professional manner. Exhibit ethical/professional behavior in and out of the classroom in attendance, conduct, assignment completion, teamwork, and constructive peer feedback.