This course is an introduction to the principles of personal finance and money management. Students examine their personal relationships with money and explore the psychological, sociological, and physiological factors that influence financial decisions. Emphasis is placed on financial goal setting, culminating in the development of a personal budget and financial plan. Other topics include income generation and career planning; effective spending decisions including major consumer purchases and real estate; savings strategies; credit building; insurance; retirement and estate planning; investment options; and the interrelationships among financial, social, physical, and mental health. This course is intended for all students interested in personal finance and money management.