💼 Foundations of Business & Money

Welcome to Month 1 of your Business & Finance journey at First Mind Academy!
This module is where everything begins — understanding how business works, how money flows, and how to build smart financial habits.

🎯 What You’ll Learn

In the Foundations of Business & Money module, you’ll explore:

  • What “business” really means — from small shops to global brands.
  • How money works — income, expenses, and the basics of saving.
  • Financial literacy for teens — making smart spending decisions.
  • Budgeting skills — plan your money like a pro.
  • Real-life simulations — manage your own “pocket money” and see how decisions affect your outcome.

By the end of this module, you’ll have the mindset of a responsible, financially aware young entrepreneur.

🧩 Lessons Overview

Week 1 – What Is Business?

Learn the basic concept of business, why companies exist, and how they create value.
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Week 2 – Money Management Basics

Discover how to track your money, separate needs from wants, and start saving.
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Week 3 – Budgeting for Teens

Create your own weekly or monthly budget using interactive tools and templates.
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Week 4 – Pocket Money Simulation

Test your new skills in a fun simulation where you plan, spend, and save wisely.
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🏆 Skills You’ll Gain

  • Financial awareness – understanding where your money goes.
  • Decision-making – how to prioritize and make trade-offs.
  • Budget creation – plan short-term and long-term goals.
  • Responsibility – connect choices with outcomes.

💡 Why It Matters

Financial literacy is one of the most important life skills.
Learning it early means:

  • You’ll avoid debt traps later.
  • You’ll know how to manage allowance or part-time income.
  • You’ll have the foundation to build real businesses in future modules.

🧭 Next Steps

After completing this module, you’ll be ready for:
➡️ Month 2: Accounting Basics — where you’ll learn how to record, track, and analyze money like a real business owner.

✅ Certificate

Complete all lessons and the simulation to earn your Foundations of Business & Money Certificate — the first step toward your Business & Finance Fundamentals Award.

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