Financial Foundations Course

GHS 899

(124 reviews)

Duration: 8 weeks

Format: Online with weekly live sessions

Level: Beginner

Language: English

Certificate: Yes, upon completion

Course Overview

The Financial Foundations Course is designed to equip you with essential financial literacy skills needed to build a secure financial future. This comprehensive program focuses on the fundamentals of personal finance with specific applications to Ghana's unique economic environment.

What You'll Learn

Develop a personalized budgeting system that works for your income and lifestyle
Understand Ghana's banking system and how to maximize available financial services
Build effective saving strategies that account for inflation and economic fluctuations
Learn basic debt management principles and how to avoid common financial pitfalls
Set SMART financial goals with realistic timelines for achievement
Understand financial statements and basic accounting principles

Course Materials Include

Comprehensive digital workbook with exercises and templates
Budgeting spreadsheet templates customized for Ghana's economy
Financial goal-setting worksheets
Access to our mobile app for expense tracking
Certificate of completion

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for:

Young professionals starting their financial journey
Anyone looking to improve their financial management skills
Individuals wanting to create a solid foundation for future investments
People struggling with budgeting and saving consistently

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Financial Self-Assessment

Personal financial inventory
Identifying financial strengths and weaknesses
Setting your financial baseline

Module 2: Budgeting Fundamentals

Creating a realistic budget for Ghana's economic context
Zero-based budgeting techniques
Using technology for budget tracking

Module 3: Banking and Financial Services

Understanding Ghana's banking system
Choosing the right accounts for your needs
Mobile money and digital banking options

Module 4: Saving Strategies

Building an emergency fund
Short-term vs. long-term saving goals
Automated saving techniques

Module 5: Debt Management

Understanding good vs. bad debt
Strategies for debt reduction
Building a healthy credit profile in Ghana

Module 6: Income Enhancement

Side hustle opportunities in Ghana
Career development for financial growth
Negotiation skills for better compensation

Module 7: Introduction to Investing

Investment fundamentals for beginners
Overview of investment options in Ghana
Risk assessment and tolerance

Module 8: Creating Your Financial Plan

Setting SMART financial goals
Developing your 5-year financial roadmap
Resources for continued financial education

Student Reviews

4.8 /5

Based on 124 reviews

Kwame A. March 15, 2024

This course completely transformed how I handle my finances. The budgeting templates are perfect for Ghana's economy, and I finally have an emergency fund for the first time in my life. Highly recommended!

Abena M. February 22, 2024

As a young professional in Accra, I was struggling to save anything at the end of the month. This course provided practical, step-by-step guidance that was easy to implement. Three months later, I've saved more than I did all of last year!

Daniel O. January 10, 2024

The instructor's knowledge of Ghana's financial system made this course especially valuable. The mobile banking section alone was worth the price. I appreciate how the course is tailored to our local economic conditions.

About Your Instructor

Dr. Ama Boateng

Financial Education Specialist

Dr. Boateng holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Ghana and has over 12 years of experience in financial literacy education. She has worked with major banks and financial institutions across West Africa and has helped thousands of individuals transform their financial situations.

Her teaching approach combines academic knowledge with practical, real-world applications specifically designed for Ghana's unique economic environment. Dr. Boateng is passionate about empowering individuals with the financial knowledge needed to achieve stability and growth.

Credentials

PhD in Economics, University of Ghana
Certified Financial Educator (CFE)
Author of "Financial Freedom in African Economies"
Former financial advisor at Bank of Ghana