Personal Budgets and Financial Literacy

Create your own budget, and develop an awareness of personal finance terms, resources, and opportunities.


Quick Facts

Locations

UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North

Dates

Palmerston North

14 Oct 2026 - 16 Dec 2026


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Duration

10 weeks part-time.


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Domestic Fees
Nil fees

* Fees-free

Application Forms

Overview

Learn how to use digital tools and create a personal budget.

You will gain an understanding of ways to avoid or reduce debt and learn about the pros and cons of Buy Now Pay Later facilities. You will also compare the features of different banks in terms of fees and savings accounts and learn about KiwiSaver.

Course Hours

This programme runs for 10 weeks.

Per week, your learning will include 2 hours of class time.

Timings are:

Palmerston North

Starting 14 Oct 2026: Wednesdays, 1 - 3pm

Advice And Guidance

Note that you will need to provide any verified documents in person, via post or email.