ECON 120 - Personal Finance

Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 3

This course studies the application of economic concepts as they impact consumer decision-making and prudent economic management of the individual’s finances. This course includes application and practical examples of choices regarding earning power, protection of income, spending patterns, consumer saving, investing, and budgeting. Also emphasized are the use of credit, insurance, housing options and expenses, career choice, retirement, and estate planning. Meets Social & Behavioral Science requirement. Prerequisite: R.