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Fundamentals of Investing

This is primarily aimed at novice investors who want to better understand the concept of investing and how it can fit into their overall financial plan. Taught by a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional, this course will cover different investment vehicles, risk tolerance, diversification, and the difference between active and passive investing, as well as investment fees and taxes. Whether you are just getting started investing or want to play a more active role in your investment decisions, this course can provide you the knowledge to feel comfortable in the investing decisions you make for yourself and your family. This course is geared towards learners in the United States of America.

Status: Return On Investment
Status: Risk Management
BeginnerCourse7 hours

Featured reviews

RR

4.0Reviewed Apr 22, 2025

Like that after each quiz, there is an explanation to the multiple choice and what video to review for that question.

CB

4.0Reviewed May 21, 2025

There was great information, but the videos were very glitchy.

AH

5.0Reviewed Jul 9, 2021

This was a fabulous course! I really enjoyed having access to all this new-to-me information!

SM

4.0Reviewed Oct 23, 2023

Coming from a 22 year old who recently graduated and is new to the job market, I'd highly recommend this course to anyone who may be interested in investing!

AS

5.0Reviewed Feb 2, 2026

Very thorough explanation on investing in the stock market.

SS

5.0Reviewed Feb 19, 2022

Informative course for novice investors. I enjoyed it and learned a lot.

JC

4.0Reviewed Jan 14, 2022

Really great for learning the basics! I live in Canada, so I found it a bit too American. Some glitches in the Week 4 videos. Overall v helpful course.

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