In this fourth unit, you will explore the skills listed below as they relate to topics like insurance, wills, investments, and protecting your identity. You will review the types of insurance that are available and how you can decide which is right for you. There will be opportunities to investigate how tools like trusts and IRAs can also help you plan for your financial future. Lastly, you will better understand the importance of protecting your identity and key information in today's online environment.
In particular, you will focus on the following:
Productivity
As you continue your journey in ECON1010 and transition to your career, your financial options will continue to grow. What you earn can help you improve your quality of life, so it is important that you establish protections for the money that you're making, saving, and investing.
To get you started, check out these Quick Tips that show six ways to safeguard your digital privacy. Investing time in your technology skill to learn about topics such as creating passwords, updating software, and storing files properly will keep you on a productive financial path.