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IDC 4U1 Building Financial Security. Ms. Cole. What is the course about?. This course investigates financial management, capital markets, and ways in which capital is acquired. We will also analyze the social impact of personal and corporate investment decisions.
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IDC 4U1Building Financial Security Ms. Cole
What is the course about? • This course investigates financial management, capital markets, and ways in which capital is acquired. • We will also analyze the social impact of personal and corporate investment decisions. • Incorporates elements from Accounting, Economics, Data Management
Topics • The course will be include into the following topics: • Understanding Money & Money Management • Economic Principles • Fundamental Investment Concepts • Risk & Return • Corporate Financial Analysis & Governance • Portfolio Management • Career Opportunities in Finance
Understanding Money & Money Management • Covers various topics such as: • RRSP’s, RESP’s, TFSA’s • Costs (post-secondary, buying a car, mortgages) • Budgeting, credit • Life insurance • Taxes
Economic Principles • Covers various topics such as: • Fiscal & monetary policy • Economic cycle • Unemployment, inflation, GDP, interest rates, country debt, currency fluctuations
Fundamental Investment Concepts • Covers various topics such as: • Stocks vs. bonds vs. mutual funds • Stock markets (role, terms, fees) • Investment strategies
Risk & Return • Covers various topics such as: • Volatility • Different investment vehicles
Corporate Financial Analysis & Governance • Covers various topics such as: • Evaluating financial statements • Ethics in business • Governance • Accountability, auditing practices, compensation, disclosure requirements, regulatory bodies
Career Opportunities in Finance • Covers various topics such as: • Post-secondary school options/costs • Possible career paths/salaries • Skills/qualifications
Assessment Strategies • A variety of assessment strategies will be used, including: • Quizzes & tests • Written assignments & projects • Computer assignments & projects • Oral presentations (individual & group) • Case studies
Test Your Knowledge • Explain the following terms: • Stock • Mutual Fund • Bond • Credit Rating • Debt • Depreciation • Principal • Budget • Compounding • Net Worth