Instructor: Steve Coughran, Founder of BYFIQ, CFO, Entrepreneur, and Expert in Strategic Financial Management

Brief Description: Embark on a six-week transformative journey with the "Personal Finance Mastery Program," meticulously designed to empower individuals to take decisive control over their financial lives. This comprehensive course, under the guidance of Steve Coughran, utilizes the Personal Financial Fitness Model to delve deep into the essentials of Planning, Earning, Spending, Borrowing, Investing, and Giving. Each week focuses on a specific area of personal finance, combining expert insights with practical exercises and quizzes to foster holistic understanding and actionable mastery.

What You Will Learn:

• Week 1 - Planning: Establish a solid foundation with strategic planning, goal setting, and forecasting.
• Week 2 - Earning: Explore strategies to maximize income through education, skill-building, and personal branding.
• Week 3 - Spending: Learn to manage expenses wisely by aligning spending with personal values and goals.
• Week 4 - Borrowing: Understand how to use and manage debt effectively to enhance financial stability and wealth.
• Week 5 - Investing: Dive into investment basics, from setting goals to monitoring investments to optimize financial growth.
• Week 6 - Giving: Examine the impact of philanthropy and how strategic giving fits into personal financial planning.

Course Outline:

Week 1: Planning

• Introduction to the Financial Fitness Model and the importance of a go-forward plan
• Exercises on setting goals, strategic problem-solving, and building financial forecasts

Week 2: Earning

• Comprehensive steps to change financial mindset and enhance earning potential
• Guidance on investing in education, finding mentors, and starting a business

Week 3: Spending

• Techniques to improve the relationship with money and practical tips on expense tracking
• Strategies for spending alignment with values and transforming spending habits

Week 4: Borrowing

• Best practices for boosting credit profiles and managing debt efficiently
• Methods to leverage debt in wealth building and strategies for rapid debt repayment

Week 5: Investing

• Introduction to setting clear investment goals and understanding different investment avenues
• Optional modules on understanding financial statements and investing in stocks and other assets

Week 6: Giving

• Exploration of various approaches to giving and understanding its benefits
• Interactive discussions on the emotional and financial impacts of giving, with character studies and tips

Key Benefits:

• Empowerment Through Education: Gain essential knowledge to navigate the complex financial landscape confidently.
• Practical Guidance: Step-by-step strategies tailored to improve financial well-being across various dimensions.
• Expert Insights: Learn from Steve Coughran’s wealth of experience and real-life financial applications.
• Flexible Learning Environment: Engage with content at your own pace, accessible anywhere, which fits into your busy schedule.
• Community and Support: Connect with peers to share experiences and grow together in a supportive learning environment.

Unique Value:

• Tailored Curriculum: Designed to meet participants at various stages of their financial journey, offering relevant, actionable insights.
• Interactive and Engaging: Engage with quizzes, exercises, and real-life case studies to reinforce learning and track progress.
• Comprehensive Financial Training: From foundational planning to advanced investment strategies, equip yourself with a broad financial skill set.
• Transformational Impact: Challenge and refine your financial perspectives, enabling long-term security and success.

This program is ideal for anyone seeking to achieve or enhance financial literacy, from young adults establishing their financial footing to older individuals optimizing their financial strategies. Equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make informed financial decisions that pave the way for a prosperous future.