Foundations of Personal Finance: College Years and Beyond

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Introduction to the framework and tools for managing personal finance in college as well as post-graduation through retirement. Topics include financial values, budgeting, career choice and income, risk management and insurance, credit usage and major asset purchases. Includes discussions on investment portfolios, taxes, retirement plans and estate planning as well as ethical standards in financial decision-making. Emphasis is placed on the framework and methods to make personal financial decisions.