This course teaches you about the important role that banks play in global finance and the mechanisms that allow for commerce to flourish. It also will cover emerging companies that are offering financial services and how they relate and compare to traditional banks. Topics include savings and lending; money movement in the US and globally; foreign and cryptocurrencies; comparisons of PayPal, Apple Pay, and Square; and money laundering. By the end of this course, you will understand how banks convert savings into loans and be able to differentiate between various payment methods.
Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 0

You'll walk away with

• An understanding of the role that banks play in the global financial system
• Knowledge of the mechanisms that allow for commerce to flourish

Ideal for

• High school students who have completed grades 9, 10, or 11
• High school students who are interested in exploring a career in business