In this course, you will gain a fundamental understanding of budgeting and banking basics, and learn:

• How to manage your personal finances effectively
• How to track your spending, make a budget, and review and adjust your budget as your financial situation changes
• The basics of banking and the different types of financial institutions, including banks and credit unions
• How the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), ensure that your money is safe in the event of bank failure
• How to open and use checking and savings accounts, and how they differ
• The benefits of online and mobile banking, and how they can help you manage your money more efficiently