How do I begin to educate myself in the area of Finance?
charleskrivers asked:
I’m a junior majoring in Finance. My plan is to become a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and eventually open up my own firm. I have a long way to go from an educational stand point..In class we are learning about corporate Finance right now, but I first have to master personal Finance..Any suggestions.
I’m a junior majoring in Finance. My plan is to become a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and eventually open up my own firm. I have a long way to go from an educational stand point..In class we are learning about corporate Finance right now, but I first have to master personal Finance..Any suggestions.
Tags: Certified Financial Planner, Corporate Finance, Personal Finance
August 17th, 2009 at 3:27 pm
Finance is a big world, and there is much to learn, but you can start with the basics and move up from there. One of the best places to learn about both professional and personal finances is The Motley Fool (fool.com). In terms of professional finance, reading publications like the Wall Street Journal and/or The Economist on a regular basis will get you used to the language, current events, and principles of professional finance.
August 17th, 2009 at 5:31 pm
Be honest……..and pay all your bills on time……
August 21st, 2009 at 1:54 am
Not to minimize the quality of your learning which you require to get your degree, you really should read and heed the simple basic truths of money.
Required reading:
1. The Richest Man in Babylon
2. The Total Money Makeover