Financial education is a learning process that enables individuals to make informed decisions about their money. This includes learning about basic concepts such as budgeting, saving, credit, and investment, as well as understanding the risks and opportunities in the financial world.
Financial education is important for several reasons. First, it helps people make better decisions about their money, which can lead to greater financial well-being.
Second, it helps people avoid excessive debt and poverty. Third, it helps people understand the risks in the financial world and protect themselves from fraud and scams.
Condusef Opens Enrollment for its Financial Education Diploma
The National Commission for the Protection and Defense of Financial Services Users (Condusef) has opened enrollment for the 45th generation of its Financial Education Diploma.
This free, 100% online program provides individuals with knowledge and competencies for the better use of financial services and products.
The diploma is open to the general public from the age of 17 and has a duration of 150 effective training hours (equivalent to 3 months). Registrations will be open until October 2, 2023.
The diploma is divided into three modules:
- Module I: The Importance of Financial Education and its Context
- Module II: Thematic Areas of Financial Education
- Module III: Financial Education and Emerging Trends
Module I provides an overview of the importance of financial education and its context.
Module II covers the thematic areas of financial education, such as budgeting, saving, credit, investment, financial consumer protection, and fraud prevention.
Module III addresses current topics, including financial technology institutions (fintech), digital applications, and fraud prevention.
To enroll in the diploma, interested individuals should visit the Condusef website and complete the registration form. The requirements are as follows:
- Minimum age of 17 years
- Personal email account
- Desktop computer or mobile device with internet access
Upon completion of the diploma, participants will receive a certificate with curriculum value, provided they achieve a minimum average score of 7.
