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College Program

Wisdom is like a baobab tree; no one individual can embrace it.

African Proverb

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Next Level Finance

Practical Personal Finance for Students

Next Level Finance is a comprehensive college financial literacy program designed to mirror the structure of academic courses while delivering real-world, practical money skills students can immediately apply.

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Each module builds on the next, helping students develop confidence, independence, and long-term financial stability during and beyond college.

Course Modules
Personal Finance 101:
Foundations of College Money

  • Managing income from jobs, internships, and allowances

  • Budgeting for daily living and irregular expenses

  • Building smart, sustainable money habits

Personal Finance 201:
Taxes & Benefits for Students

  • Filing taxes for the first time

  • Understanding deductions and credits

  • Maximizing benefits from work-study, internships, and part-time jobs

Personal Finance 301:
Career & Financial Planning

  • Connecting majors and career paths to financial planning

  • Salary expectations, negotiation basics, and financial independence

  • Setting short- and long-term financial goals

Personal Finance 401:
Digital Finance & Financial Technology

  • Using budgeting apps, digital wallets, and investing platforms

  • Understanding fintech tools for banking, investing, and money management

Personal Finance 102:
Credit & Debt Management

  • Understanding credit scores and credit reports

  • Student loans explained: impact, repayment options, and strategies

  • Avoiding long-term debt pitfalls

Personal Finance 202:
Saving & Investing Basics

  • Emergency funds and effective saving strategies

  • Introduction to investing: stocks, mutual funds, and retirement accounts

  • Compound interest and long-term wealth building

Personal Finance 302: Entrepreneurship & Side Hustles

  • Launching small businesses, freelancing, or side projects

  • Managing multiple income streams and taxes

  • Planning for growth and financial sustainability

Workshop Format

  • Duration: 60–90 minutes per class

  • Delivery: Virtual, in-person, or hybrid

  • Structure: Single sessions, semester-long series, or fully customized programs

  • Method: Interactive exercises, real-world case studies, and actionable takeaways

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