Financial Literacy Courses

Transformative Financial Courses: Building Your Path to Economic Wisdom and Wealth
Robert J. Shiller Robert J. Shiller

Financial Mastery: Beyond Theory to Impact

Discover the hidden architecture that allows our modern economy to thrive despite uncertainty. This exploration reveals how innovative ideas, powerful methods, and essential institutions work together to tame financial risks while fueling entrepreneurial success. Learn to develop the financially-astute leadership skills that separate average managers from exceptional wealth creators. Journey through today's most effective financial practices while gaining foresight into tomorrow's emerging opportunities. Master the crucial principles of risk management and behavioral finance that explain why securities, insurance, and banking systems function as they do—beyond textbook theories. Most importantly, discover how to leverage these powerful financial tools not just for personal gain, but to create lasting positive impact in an increasingly complex economic landscape.
A Course by Robert J. Shiller

Master the Financial Professional's Mindset: Essential Decision Frameworks for Business Success

Journey through a comprehensive, intuitive exploration of core MBA finance concepts without getting lost in technical details. Develop a professional decision-making framework covering valuation fundamentals, time value of money, discounted cash flow analysis, capital budgeting, investment tradeoffs, and the crucial risk-return relationship. Perfect for curious beginners seeking to understand how financial professionals evaluate opportunities, manage corporate resources, and navigate capital markets—giving you a clear roadmap for deeper financial learning or MBA preparation without requiring prior finance knowledge.
A Course by James Weston

Elevate Your Business Influence: Financial Fluency for Strategic Decision-Makers

Transform your business impact by developing essential financial literacy specifically designed for non-financial professionals. This specialized program, created through the partnership of Duke Corporate Education and industry expert Professor Joe Perfetti, equips you with practical financial analysis skills to identify opportunities, recognize potential issues, make stronger strategic decisions, and increase your organizational influence. Requiring no finance background, you'll apply real-world techniques to actual business scenarios—improving liquidity, evaluating investments, and building comprehensive business cases—all through carefully crafted hands-on case studies that reinforce practical application of key financial concepts.
A Course by Joe Perfetti

See the World Through an Economist's Eyes: Paul Krugman's Framework for Understanding Society

Enter the illuminating world of economic thinking with Nobel laureate Paul Krugman, who reveals economics not as a rigid collection of formulas but as a powerful framework for understanding society's most pressing challenges. This masterclass transcends traditional economics education by showing how economic principles directly shape healthcare access, tax policy, globalization effects, and political divisions. Develop the crucial analytical skills to identify underlying economic forces driving today's headlines, empowering you to form more informed opinions and engage meaningfully with complex social and political debates.
A Course by Paul Krugman

From Dorm Room to Digital Empire: Ohanian's Blueprint for Turning Ideas into Ventures

Follow the remarkable journey of Alexis Ohanian from UVA undergraduate to influential tech pioneer who transformed how the world connects online through Reddit's community-driven platform. Beyond creating a billion-dollar company, Ohanian has dedicated himself to reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape by actively supporting female founders and diverse innovators. This program grants you unprecedented access to the practical startup wisdom Ohanian shares with entrepreneurs through his venture capital fund, Seven Seven Six—providing you with actionable strategies to transform your creative concepts into viable businesses using the same principles that built one of the internet's most influential platforms.
A Course by Alexis Ohanian

Demystifying Digital Currency: The Essential Guide to Crypto's Transformative Potential

Explore the transformative world of cryptocurrency since Bitcoin's 2009 emergence—a technology promising a more resilient, democratized financial system while generating intense debate about its future. This comprehensive guide brings together leading voices from both enthusiast and skeptical perspectives to provide a balanced, accessible examination of crypto's evolving ecosystem. From foundational blockchain concepts to the emerging Web3 landscape, you'll develop a clear understanding of this revolutionary technology's practical implications, potential benefits, and legitimate concerns—equipping you with the essential knowledge to make informed decisions in this rapidly changing financial environment.
A Course by Chris Dixon, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, Emilie Choi and Paul Krugman

Tutors for Financial Literacy

Meet Top Financial Mentors: Expert Guides on Your Journey to Financial Mastery

Learn from Those Who've Mastered the Markets: Elite Financial Guidance from Veteran Investment Professionals

Since 2016, I've transformed clients' financial trajectories through expert education in investment strategy, corporate finance, and sophisticated business methodologies. My approach at Moderation Investments combines rigorous analysis with practical insights developed from hundreds of hours working with entrepreneurs, corporations, investment managers, and family offices. My team has empowered students from premier institutions like Stanford, Wharton, and Columbia across five continents. We reject one-size-fits-all solutions, carefully assessing each client to deliver transformative value through our adaptive methodology. With credentials including a Duke MBA, the CFA designation, multiple FINRA certifications, and over a decade managing significant portfolios at leading hedge funds and investment banks, I bring battle-tested expertise to every financial challenge.
Tutor: Juan Molta

From Bloomberg to Harvard: Leverage My Wall Street Experience and Academic Excellence for Your Financial Transformation

My journey from inspired student to financial expert was shaped by exceptional professors who unlocked my communication potential. This talent led Bloomberg to invite me as a commentator during my distinguished Wall Street career spanning capital markets, banking, behavioral economics, and international risk management. My academic credentials include an Emerson College graduate scholarship (3.64 GPA) and Harvard graduate coursework in Administration and Management. This unique blend of real-world expertise and academic rigor enables me to effectively coach diverse clients—from policy makers and economists to students and seasoned investors. My extensive experience interviewing hundreds of CEOs and candidates across all organizational levels informs my teaching in leadership, career development, entrepreneurship, economics, and organizational behavior. I'm passionate about helping others achieve their financial goals and offer complimentary resume reviews and interview assessments to demonstrate my commitment to your success.
Tutor: Professor Alan M.