Financial Literacy Program

Take the first step towards a bright financial future!

  • Gain valuable insight from a variety of financial experts
  • Build an ongoing budget you can use daily
  • Budget finances to set the foundation of future investments
  • Learn how to improve and maintain a good credit score to access better opportunities.
  • Learn to read a PFS (Personal Financial Statement), enabling you to track net worth and set financial goals

Program Overview

In this three-week master class, you'll get all the knowledge and tools needed to create effective budgeting habits for your finances.

Participants will gain an understanding of how to build their credit scores, learn strategies on maximizing 401(k) contributions, calculate personal net worth, and effectively budget to set the foundation for future investment strategies.

Take charge of your financial future today!

START DATE:
April 26, 2023

TUITION FEE:
No cost
MEETING DAYS:
Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM

COURSE FORMAT:
ONLINE

Program Content

Week 1: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Truth of Personal Credit

In this session, participants will understand the meaning of good v. bad credit, how credit is calculated, how to strengthen their credit score, and tips and tricks to get out of debt and maintain their credit score.

Week 2: Budgeting Effectively

This second session will take an in-depth look at personal finances. Participants will learn the fundamentals of proper budgeting, how to “bundle save” and shop insurance rates. Also, students will learn how to calculate and keep track of their own net worth.

Week 3: Introduction to Wealth Building

In this final session, participants will be introduced to wealth building. Students will learn how to maximize their employee benefits and discuss the difference between passive and residual income streams.

Contact Us

? Nelson Royo
E: nroyo@mdc.edu | P: 305-237-2856
School of Continuing Education and Professional Development at Kendall Campus
11011 SW 104th Street, Room 5130, Miami, FL 33176

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