Financial Capability

Financial Capability

These units help students develop the knowledge and skills to make smart financial decisions in everyday life. They will learn how to manage money, plan for the future, and understand the different factors that affect personal finances. From earning and budgeting to saving, borrowing, and protecting your money, these topics build confidence to handle real-world financial situations.

Please note, this is a STAR course, which is only available to NZ Secondary Schools via application by the school's nominated STAR / Gateway Co-ordinator

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These units help students develop the knowledge and skills to make smart financial decisions in everyday life. They will learn how to manage money, plan for the future, and understand the different factors that affect personal finances. From earning and budgeting to saving, borrowing, and protecting your money, these topics build confidence to handle real-world financial situations.

US24695 Explain taxation and other deductions relating to personal income
Unit Level: 2
Credits: 2
Version: 4

US28092 Explain the effect of significant life events on personal income at different life stages
Unit Level: 2
Credits: 3
Version: 4

US28094 Produce a household budget, set a financial goal and review and adjust the budget to achieve the goal
Unit Level: 2
Credits: 3
Version: 4

US28096 Explain insurance products as financial risk management strategies for personal finances
Unit Level: 2
Credits: 3
Version: 4

US28097 Explain and select banking products and services in relation to personal finances
Unit Level: 2
Credits: 3
Version: 3

US28099 Evaluate credit options and select debt management strategies to manage personal finances
Unit Level: 3
Credits: 3
Version: 3

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