Description
This webinar is a continuation of our previous session on navigating personal finance in a global economy. Building on the foundations of budgeting and savings, this session introduces students to the role of quantitative thinking in making smarter, more informed financial decisions. Participants will explore how basic numerical tools — such as percentages, ratios, and data patterns — can be applied to budgeting, investing, and long-term financial planning. The session is designed to be accessible for students from all academic backgrounds and requires no prior finance knowledge.
Topics Covered:
1. Understanding Money Through Numbers: Quantitative reasoning in everyday finance
2. Building and Sticking to a Budget: Practical tools, cash flow tracking, and avoiding common mistakes
3. Introduction to Saving and Investing: Compound interest, investment basics, and goal setting
4. Making Financial Decisions with Confidence: Comparing options, understanding risk, and taking action