Description
Course Name: Certificate in Financial Literacy + Personal Budgeting + Basic Accounting (3 Certifications)
Course Id: CFL/PB/BA/Q0101.
Eligibility: 10+2 Grade (Higher Secondary) or equivalent is required.
Objective:This course is designed to provide learners with a thorough understanding of financial literacy concepts, personal budgeting techniques, and basic accounting principles. It covers the essentials of managing personal finances, including income tracking, expense management, and savings strategies. The personal budgeting module teaches how to create and maintain effective budgets to achieve financial goals.
Duration: Three Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus:
Module 1: Introduction to Financial Literacy
Understanding financial literacy, Importance of money management, Basics of income, expenses, savings, and investments, Financial goals setting, Difference between assets and liabilities, Understanding inflation and interest, Banking services and digital payments, Credit and debt awareness, Financial decision-making skills, Case studies on personal finance.
Module 2: Personal Budgeting & Money Management
Introduction to budgeting, Steps to create a personal budget, Types of budgets (zero-based, envelope, digital tools), Tracking income and expenses, Managing irregular income, Emergency fund planning, Savings techniques and strategies, Avoiding overspending and financial traps, Using budgeting apps and tools, Practical budgeting exercises.
Module 3: Basics of Accounting
Introduction to accounting concepts, Double-entry system overview, Assets, liabilities, equity explained, Debit and credit basics, Journal entries and ledgers, Trial balance and balance sheet basics, Income statement overview, Recording simple financial transactions, Understanding cash vs. accrual basis, Practical accounting exercises.
Module 4: Banking & Financial Services
Types of bank accounts (savings, current, fixed deposits), Digital banking and mobile wallets, Loans and credit facilities, Interest calculation basics, Credit cards and responsible use, Understanding credit scores, Insurance basics (life, health, general), Mutual funds and SIP basics, Online fraud and security awareness, Case studies on banking practices.
Module 5: Financial Planning & Saving Strategies
Short-term vs. long-term financial planning, Investment options for beginners, Retirement planning basics, Tax awareness and basic rules, Risk and return analysis, Smart shopping and expense management, Role of financial advisors, Developing a saving habit, Money mindset and psychology, Creating a personal financial plan.
Module 6: Professional Practice & Project Work
Applying financial literacy in daily life, Preparing a household budget, Recording monthly financial transactions, Creating a simple balance sheet, Using spreadsheets for budgeting and accounting, Ethics in financial management, Freelance and small business money management, Presentation of financial plans, Peer feedback and evaluation, Capstone project – Prepare and present a personal budget and basic accounting records.
Job Opportunities in Creative Writing & Storytelling
Professionals create content, stories, scripts, and copy for books, media, advertising, and digital platforms.
Top Roles: Content Writer, Junior Copywriter, Storytelling Assistant, Author-in-Training, Script Assistant, Creative Writer, Copywriter, Story Coach, Scriptwriter, Published Author, Content Strategist, Senior Author / Novelist, Creative Director, Screenplay Writer, Publishing Consultant, Storytelling Trainer, Freelance Writer, Self-Published Author
Key Skills: Creative writing (fiction, non-fiction, blogs, scripts), storytelling, self-publishing, editing & proofreading, author branding, book marketing, scriptwriting, freelance & entrepreneurial writing
Salary Range (India):
- Entry-Level (0–2 Years): ₹2.5–4.5 LPA
- Mid-Level (3–6 Years): ₹4.5–8 LPA (+ royalties for authors)
- Senior-Level (7+ Years): ₹8–15+ LPA
- Freelancing / Entrepreneurship: ₹3–20+ LPA
Industries: Publishing houses, digital media, advertising & PR agencies, OTT & YouTube content, blogs & newsletters, self-publishing platforms
Scope: Career progression: Trainee → Creative Writer / Copywriter → Senior Author / Creative Director → Entrepreneur, with opportunities in freelance writing, self-publishing, workshops, online courses, and scriptwriting for media.
