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Do you want to learn how to manage your money better? Or want to start investing but don't know where to start? Our online, self-paced course will teach you essential money management and investing skills, with personalised feedback from an personal finance expert. From earning some extra money from a side hustle to saving money when you're shopping online or even booking a holiday, we've got your everyday money management skills covered. Then we’ll take you through the basics of buying shares and funds in a simple, step-by-step way. By the end, you'll be ready to build your own portfolio, with a (theoretical!) investing challenge to put your skills to the test and see if you can make a profit! How does the course work? The course is fully online, self-paced to fit around existing commitments and can be started any time. Each week includes a short video and a practical (but theoretical!) task, taking around an hour in total. The course material is delivered via your online account on our website and we're on hand to answer any questions. We’re an Approved Activity Provider (AAP) for the skills section of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Once you’ve finished, we’ll submit your personalised assessor’s report on your eDofE account and send you a certificate of achievement. What does the course cover? Part one: Money Management Learn how to: • Be a savvy shopper that gets the best price. • Earn some extra money from a side hustle. • Choose the best bank accounts and credit cards. • Create a budget and set your financial goals. • Buy a property, own a car and what you need to know about your first job. • How to find the best mobile phone handset and contract. Part two: Investing Learn how to: • Understand why share prices move and how to make money. • Build a balanced portfolio to manage risk and reward. • Research sectors and companies. • Choose the right trading platform. • A six-week (theoretical) investing challenge to see if you can make a profit!