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Managing my money for young adults

Badged Open University course on budgeting, tax, debt, credit and planning ahead.

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About this course

A practical eight-session course for young adults covering earning and tax, budgeting, shared living, borrowing wisely, credit ratings and longer-term planning such as homes and pensions.

Best for: Students and young adults taking charge of their finances.

What you will be able to do

  • Build and stick to a budget
  • Understand income tax and payslips
  • Borrow wisely and protect your credit rating
  • Start planning for a home and pension

Syllabus and your progress

Tick modules off as you finish them on OpenLearn.

0 of 7 modules done

Plan your pace

At 4 hours a week you would finish in about 6 weeks, using the course time estimate above.

Progress is saved in this browser only. No account needed.

Cost and certificate

Free certificate

Free statement of participation and a free Open University digital badge for completing the course and passing its quizzes.

OpenLearn sets the terms and can change them. Check the course page before you commit serious time, and tell us if something changed.

Quick answers

Is Managing my money for young adults really free?
Yes, the course material is free on OpenLearn. Free statement of participation and a free Open University digital badge for completing the course and passing its quizzes.
How long does Managing my money for young adults take?
Plan for about 24 hrs in total (Provider estimate: up to 24 hours; many learners finish in 12-16 hours.). It is self-paced, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before Managing my money for young adults?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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