Building A Bridge For Financial Literacy for Student
Stepping back onto a university campus and connecting with students was a nostalgic journey, and being able to shed light on a topic I’m truly passionate about made it all the more special.
We covered the importance of financial literacy, settings financial goals, and how to avoid financial traps in our talk and workshop session with the students at First City University College (FCUC).
There were some standout moments that truly made my day. One student was genuinely surprised when we went through his dining expenses – turns out those little meals out were adding up to quite a bit! It’s incredible how these small lifestyle choices can have a big impact. And then, there was this awesome girl who broke down her expenses and shared just how much her parents were covering. I was blown away by her awareness of her financial responsibilities.
And there is this ambitious young lady who’s already planning to buy her own place as she is from outstation. Being someone who left their hometown and moved to a new city, I totally got where she’s coming from. But what really impressed me was how she also knew the cost of her car’s tyres – I mean, who would’ve thought that knowing tyre costs is a part of adulting, right? 😄
This event was a collaboration between Financial Planning Association of Malaysia and First City University College for their students. Collaborations like this are crucial in promoting financial literacy among students as it can have a lasting impact on their lives.
Glad to be part of it!
Important: The information and opinions in this article are for general information purposes only. They should not be relied on as professional financial advice. Readers should seek independent financial advice that is customised to their specific financial objectives, situations & needs.
Published By:
Lynn Say
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