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Financial Wellness for International Students

Financial wellness is one of the most overlooked—but most essential—skills for international students navigating life abroad. Financial Wellness for International Students equips learners with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to manage money effectively, reduce financial stress, and make informed decisions throughout their academic journey.

This course empowers students to take control of their finances with clarity and resilience.
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Course Overview

This course guides students through the foundations of financial wellness—from budgeting and financial literacy to stress management and resource utilization. Through practical strategies, real-world examples, and culturally relevant guidance, students learn how to navigate financial systems confidently and sustainably.

You’ll explore:

Understanding Financial Wellness for International Students

Learn what financial wellness means in a college context and how budgeting, planning, and financial literacy support academic success.

Budgeting Basics & Practical Strategies

Build a realistic college budget, track expenses, manage income, and use digital tools to stay organized and avoid overspending.

Building Financial Literacy & Making Wise Decisions

Understand essential concepts—interest rates, credit scores, loans, savings accounts—and learn how to navigate banking systems, credit options, and financial products safely.

Managing Money‑Related Stress & Its Impact

Recognize signs of financial stress, learn coping strategies, and balance work, academics, and finances without burnout.

Campus Support & Community Resources

Discover workshops, financial counseling, peer support groups, and local/online resources that help international students build confidence and avoid financial crises.

Why should I take this course?

By the end of Financial Wellness, you will:
  • Understand the foundations of financial wellness
  • Create and maintain a realistic college budget
  • Track expenses and manage income effectively
  • Build financial literacy and make informed financial decisions
  • Recognize and manage financial stress
  • Access campus and community resources with confidence
  • Strengthen financial habits that support long‑term academic and personal success
This course empowers students to take control of their financial lives—reducing stress, increasing confidence, and supporting a successful, sustainable college experience abroad.
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Meet the instructor

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Brian Hooks

Executive Director, Thriving Abroad™/Founder, BCH Coaching™
Brian is a global educator and coach based in Bangalore, India, specializing in developing Student Affairs professionals and emerging leaders. With 15+ years in Higher Education—particularly in Housing & Residence Life—and 20+ years in the nonprofit sector, he brings deep expertise in leadership development, diversity and multicultural competence, and team dynamics.

His work blends strengths‑based coaching, student development theory, and real‑world administrative experience to help students and professionals navigate transitions with clarity, confidence, and belonging.
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