Investing I

This course is a prerequisite to Investing II at GOA.

Make Smart Financial Decisions: Step into the shoes of an investor, using real-world tools, theories, and decision-making practices to make smart financial choices. You’ll explore key finance concepts, like valuation and risk management, and apply them to portfolio management, venture capital, and social investing. You’ll learn how to manage and grow an investment portfolio by simulating investments in stocks, bonds, and options. Take on the role of a venture capital investor, analyzing startups and forecasting their potential before they go public, as well as exploring social investing to see how finance can be a powerful force for positive change.

Why Take This Course? With insights from finance experts and hands-on experience, you’ll leave the course with a simulated investment portfolio and the skills to thoughtfully assess financial risks and rewards. Whether you’re an aspiring investor, entrepreneur, or someone curious about global financial markets, this course will prepare you to navigate the complex world of finance with confidence.

Students in GOA courses will need reliable access to a computer with webcam/microphone connections, an email address (preferably school-based), a Web-conferencing app (GOA courses use Zoom), and a Word processing app (GOA courses use Google’s G Suite). When necessary, alternative arrangements may be made. Some courses require additional materials which can be found here.

UC-approved course

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