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Personal Investing for Working Professionals

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Personal Investing for Working Professionals

Rashmi Rao
Starweaver Instructor Team

Instructors: Rashmi Rao

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Analyze the importance of investing, financial goal-setting, and risk management strategies to overcome fears about investing.

  • Design a well-diversified portfolio by evaluating various investment options aligned with personal financial goals.

  • Compare commonsense and strategic investing methods to optimize returns effectively.

  • Implement tax-saving strategies, leverage investment tools, and make informed decisions to avoid common mistakes in personal investing.

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April 2025

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Taught in English
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There is 1 module in this course

In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of personal investing, including diversification, risk management, and goal-setting. Through real-world examples and simplified breakdowns of investment options—such as stocks, mutual funds, and tax-saving instruments—you’ll learn how to design a portfolio aligned with your financial goals. You’ll also explore tools like Demat accounts and online platforms, and gain practical strategies to make informed, confident investment decisions.

What's included

19 videos8 readings4 assignments4 discussion prompts

Instructors

Rashmi Rao
3 Courses1,083 learners

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