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  • Accounting Fundamentals I

    Course Description Accounting Fundamentals I is an online course designed to introduce you to the basics of accounting. This course covers the fundamental principles of accounting, financial statements, and accounting systems. You will learn the basic accounting rules and regulations, accounting terminology, and bookkeeping techniques. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to understand the foundation of financial accounting. This course is ideal for anyone who is interested in learning accounting, including students, entrepreneurs, small business owners, or anyone who wants to improve their financial literacy. Course Objectives:
    • Understand the fundamental principles of accounting
    • Develop a basic knowledge of accounting terminology and concepts
    • Understand the difference between financial and managerial accounting
    • Develop skills in using debits, credits, and journal entries in accounting transactions
    • Develop familiarity with the accounting equation and financial statements
    • Understand the fundamentals of bookkeeping
    • Comprehend the key techniques in accounting, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing
    • Understand the difference between cash and accrual accounting
    • Understand the importance of accurate recording and the impact it has on business performance
    • Analyze financial statements and understand how financial transactions are recorded in the books of accounts
  • Accounting Fundamentals II

    Course Description: Accounting Fundamentals II is an online course that builds on the concepts introduced in Accounting Fundamentals I. This intermediate course covers financial statement analysis, budgeting, cost accounting, and tax preparation. You will learn how to use financial information to make informed business decisions and plan effectively for the financial future of a business. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to analyze and interpret financial data. This course is ideal for students and professionals looking to enhance their accounting knowledge for a career in finance, accounting, or business management. Course Objectives:
    • Understand the importance of financial statement analysis and apply financial ratios to analyze a company’s performance
    • Develop skills in budgeting and forecasting, including creating and analyzing budgets
    • Comprehend the key principles of cost accounting, including job costing and process costing
    • Understand how to measure and manage costs, including evaluating overhead allocations
    • Develop an understanding of inventory management, including the cost of goods sold
    • Familiarize with payroll and transaction tax preparation, including filing and compliance requirements
    • Understand the principles of audit and fraud, including evaluating internal control and the basics of forensic accounting
    • Understand the principles of financial management, including capital budgeting decisions, return on investment, and time value of money
    • Learning how to manage fixed assets and depreciation methods
    • Analyze case studies and real-world examples to apply accounting concepts to practical business situations
  • Banking – Checking/Savings

    Course Description: This online course provides an overview of banking principles and practices. It covers the fundamentals of checking and savings accounts, including how to set up accounts, transfer funds between accounts, and manage your finances effectively. You will learn how to make wise financial decisions, understand bank fees and services, and protect yourself from fraud. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments, you will gain an understanding of banking terminology as well as develop the skills required for managing personal finances across multiple accounts. This course is ideal for individuals who are new to banking or want to gain a better understanding of how banks work in order to manage their money more effectively. Course Objectives:
    • Understand important terms related to banking such as account holders, interest rates, overdrafts, ATM cards, and more
    • Create different types of checking and savings accounts with ease while being informed about associated fees & services
    • Make secure electronic transfers between different accounts using safe methods such as Automated Clearing House (ACH).
    • Withdraw money without incurring fees across various ways like incoming cashier’s checks or by utilizing ATM machines at local branches
    • Utilize various methods for protecting oneself from fraud such as keeping track of account statements & not disclosing information to third parties indiscriminately
    • Familiarize oneself with automated payment systems such as direct deposits or automatic bill payments while staying alert against scammers who are posing as fake representatives from bank institutions
    • Be aware of terms & conditions imposed by banks when it comes to writing checks in order to avoid bounced checks
    • Manage multiple bank accounts in order to meet long-term financial goals with periodic adjustments in saving preferences
    • Learn about different tools available through online banking and mobile phone applications that provide convenience for managing finances& bills
    • Analyze case studies & real-world scenarios in order to apply the concepts learned from this course to practical personal finance situations
  • Course: Introduction to Budgets

    Credit Hours: 3 Course Description:  Budgeting is an online course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of budgeting principles and practices. This course covers the fundamentals of creating and managing a budget, including identifying financial goals, tracking expenses, and making informed decisions about spending. You will gain an understanding of budgeting tools and strategies to help you achieve your financial goals. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to manage your finances effectively. This course is ideal for individuals who want to maintain financial stability by developing a strong budgeting strategy tailored to their own needs. This course will provide an overview of everything to know about the concepts, techniques, and tools of business and personal budgeting. The learner will be introduced to the different aspects of budget design. The learner will practice designing, reviewing, and amending budgets to make them reasonable, to achieve  break-even point, and to ensure sustainability. Course Objectives:
    • Recognize the need and purpose of a business budget
    • Students will understand the theoretical and managerial context of budgets
    • Understand cash flow principles
    • Identify procedures involved in business budget designs
    • Develop a basic understanding of personal finance terms and concepts related to budgeting
    • Understand the basics of setting up a budget, including tracking expenses and setting financial goals
    • Analyze different types of borrowing options such as loans, credit cards, and mortgages, and their impact on your budgeting strategy
    • Develop essential money management skills such as learning how to save money effectively and recognizing investments that are suitable for you based on your financial goals
    • Understand how taxes affect your financial situation and develop tax planning strategies within the framework of your overall budget plan
    • Explore different types of savings products available in the market such as certificates of deposit (CDs), money market accounts (MMAs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401(k)s, etc., depending on your needs
    • Evaluate different insurance policies with regard to cost-effectiveness while fulfilling your coverage needs within existing budgetary constraints   8 Assess various investment options across stocks, mutual funds, or exchange-traded funds (ETFs) depending on long-term or short-term financial goals.
    • Make informed decisions about spending by factoring in past experiences for predicting future scenarios during the formulation of budgets
    • Analyze case studies or real-world examples using identified principles from this course in order to apply them practically in personal finances situations
    • Comprehend and practice the major processes (structure), terminology,  techniques, and tools (craft) used in budgeting, thereby further providing a foundation for professional success
  • Credit – Consumer Credit and Credit Cards

    Course Description: This online course provides an overview of consumer credit and credit cards. It covers the fundamentals of using credit, including understanding how credit works, setting up a budget, building a good credit score, and evaluating different types of credit cards. You will gain an understanding of the benefits and risks associated with various forms of consumer debt, as well as learn how to maintain financial stability by making wise borrowing decisions. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments you will develop the knowledge and skills required to use credit responsibly for short-term needs or long-term investments. This course is ideal for individuals who want to understand how different forms of consumer debt can help them achieve their financial goals while minimizing long-term costs. Course Objectives:
    • Develop a basic understanding of personal finance terms related to consumer borrowings such as revolving accounts and installment loans
    • Understand the basics of setting up a budget that incorporates both fixed & variable expenses
    • Analyze different types of traditional & non-traditional borrowing options such as home equity loans & payday advance loans while recognizing associated risks with these lending instruments
    • Evaluate various types of consumer credit products such as store cards, traveler’s checks cards & prepaid debit cards depending on personal needs
    • Create achievable strategies for obtaining better terms on present models while managing existing debts efficiently
    • Check & improve current credit score in order to receive favorable interest rates while applying for new lines of credit
    • Understand how fees such as late fees & over-limit fees affect your finances & strategize against them accordingly
    • Develop essential money management skills that are needed for effective usage & utilization of available credits
    • Analyze case studies or real-world examples regarding loan defaults or other consumer finance situations which would aid in identifying principles from this course that could be applied practically
    • Learn about fraud detection techniques within the context of the present scenario around identity theft so as to protect oneself from being victims
  • Financial Markets 

    Course Description:  This course examines the role of finance in supporting the functional areas of a firm, and fosters an understanding of how financial decisions themselves can create value. 
    Topics covered include: 
    • Basic analytical skills and principles of corporate finance. 
    • Functions of modern capital markets and financial institutions. 
    • Standard techniques of analysis, including capital budgeting, discounted cash flow valuation, and risk analysis. 
    Learning Objectives: 
    • Apply basic financial theory to Financial Systems 
    • Demonstrate a working knowledge of institutional frameworks 
    • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of domestic money and capital markets and of their linkages with global financial markets 
    • Demonstrate a working knowledge of the financial products that are available
    • Gain an appreciation for some current issues in financial markets 
    • Acquire an introductory understanding of risk management
  • Identity Theft

    Course Description: This online course provides an overview of identity theft, including both online and offline risks. It covers the fundamentals of understanding, recognizing, and preventing identity fraud. You will learn about the different types of attacks used by criminals to steal personal information, such as phishing emails and skimming devices. You will also gain an understanding of techniques used to protect your personal information in the event of a breach or attack. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments you will develop skills that enable you to recognize when your personal information is at risk and how to take steps to mitigate the risks associated with identity theft. This course is ideal for individuals who want to learn more about protecting their personal data from fraudsters and attackers. Course Objectives:
    • Develop an understanding of the different types & stages involved in the identity theft process
    • Learn & identify various forms of attacks carried out by modern-day cyber criminals such as Phishing Emails & Typo squatting
    • Analyze the existing threat landscape while evaluating potential risks that could affect one’s credentials
    • Utilize best practices for safeguarding sensitive data such as tokens & encryption algorithms
    • Recognize signs of fraudulent activities so as to minimize losses due to identity theft
    • Understand authentication protocols like two-step verification & biometric authentication
    • Implement account monitoring tools which would aid in detecting signs surrounding mass security breaches early on
    • Analyze best methods for recovery from a breach or attack ensuring that private details remain secure Develop strategies for preventing future attacks such as avoiding public Wi-Fi networks
    • Utilize case studies or real-world examples regarding the present scenario around identity theft so as to implement learned principles from this course practically
  • Loans – Student Loan Debt

    Course Description: This online course provides an overview of student loan debt and associated loans. It covers the fundamentals of understanding, managing, and repaying student loan debt. You will learn about the variables involved in taking out a student loan, including interest rates and repayment options. You will develop an understanding of the different types of student loans available, such as federal loans versus private loans. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments you will gain an understanding of how to make wise borrowing decisions when planning for college expenses. This course is ideal for individuals who are seeking to understand the process of obtaining a loan to finance their studies, as well as those who have already taken out a loan but want to better manage their repayments over time. Course Objectives:
    • Develop an understanding of different types of student loans & associated terms related to them such as consolidation & refinancing
    • Examine various borrowing options while analyzing associated risks & opportunities at each step
    • Comprehend varying interest rate structures amongst federal & private lenders depending on borrower’s eligibility criteria
    • Analyze new cost-saving strategies for reducing overall loan expenses by consolidating multiple debts into one single payment
    • Learn about repayment plans that exist with regard to different types of student loans such as income-based repayment (IBR) plans
    • Analyze short-term vs long-term benefits rewarded upon paying off debts quickly or slowly
    • Understand how late payments affect credit scores & strategize against those implications
    • Determine best methods for communicating concerns surrounding existing debts with creditors
    • Utilize the best loan forgiveness programs depending on one’s qualifications from the current job profile
    • Analyze case studies & real-world scenarios in order to apply the concepts learned from this course to practical personal finance situations
  • Money Management

    Course Description: Money Management is an online course that provides an overview of money management principles and techniques. This course covers the fundamentals of personal finance, including budgeting, saving, investing, and debt management. You will learn how to manage your finances effectively and how to make informed decisions about saving, investing, and spending. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments, you will develop the knowledge and skills required to manage your money effectively. This course is ideal for individuals who want to develop a strong financial literacy foundation and gain control over their finances. Course Objectives:
    • Understand the fundamentals of money management and financial planning
    • Develop a budgeting strategy, including identifying financial goals, tracking expenses, and creating a spending plan
    • Develop an understanding of various savings options, including savings accounts, CDs, and money market accounts
    • Understand the different types of credit and credit scores, and learn how to manage your credit effectively
    • Analyze different types of retirement savings options, including individual retirement accounts, pensions, and 401(k) plans
    • Understand principles of investing and investment options, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs)
    • Develop a strategy for managing debt, including credit card debt, loans, and mortgages
    • Understand the principles of insurance and its different types, including life insurance, health insurance, and auto insurance
    • Develop an understanding of taxes and their impact on your financial situation.
    • Analyze case studies and real-world examples to apply money management concepts to practical personal financial situations
  • Personal Finance

    Course Description: Personal Finance is an online course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of financial management principles, budgeting, and investment strategies. This course aims to enhance your understanding of personal finance and develop the knowledge and skills required to manage your personal finances effectively. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments, you will develop an understanding of the basics of personal finance and develop effective financial strategies that are tailored to your financial goals. This course is ideal for individuals who want to develop a strong financial foundation and gain control over their finances. Course Objectives:
    • Develop a basic understanding of personal finance terms and concepts
    • Develop an understanding of budgeting and budgeting tools
    • Develop a financial plan, including setting financial goals and creating a budget to achieve them
    • Understand the fundamentals of credit ratings, credit reports, and managing credit
    • Understand the different types of savings and investment products available
    • Identify short-term and long-term financial goals and develop strategies to achieve them
    • Understand the basics of retirement planning and investing in retirement accounts
    • Explore different types of borrowing, including loans, credit cards, and mortgages
    • Understand the principles of insurance, including types of insurance and insurance planning
    • Analyze case studies and real-world examples to apply financial concepts to practical personal financial situations

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