Investment Basics

Exclusive Presale:
The Big World of Finance 

This introductory course explains how the financial system works, how global trends impact your everyday choices, and why understanding money flow helps you make smarter financial decisions and build long-term security.
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In this course you'll learn:

How money flows

  • How money flows around you
  • Why your everyday expenses are linked to global events
  • Who is the largest saver in the economy
  • Why we need a financial system
  • How banks make profits
  • What you can do to protect your savings




What is financial system

  • What is a financial system
  • Assets: liquid and non-liquid
  • Types of finance markets: money market, capital market, primary market, secondary market and more
  • Financial instruments
  • Equity vs debt
  • Derivatives as risk managers 

Where to shop finance

  • Who takes care of your loans, deposits, insurance, super and interest rates
  • Depository vs non-depository institutions 
  • Central bank - do we really need it?
  • What is direct and indirect money flow
  • Is commercial bank different from central bank?
Investment Essentials

From Paychecks to Portfolio: Why and How To Invest (Coming Soon)

Learn how money, finance, and markets work in everyday life. No jargon—just simple, clear lessons to help you save and invest smarter.
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In this course you'll learn:

Why invest

  • Why do we choose to save?
  • The Time Value of Money
  • Interest rate and Return
  • Simple Interest vs Compound Interest
  • The Magic of the Compound Interest

Investor life cycle

  • Why budget and save?
  • Life cycle stages
  • How much money will you need in retirement?
  • Dollar-Cost Averaging strategy

How to read economic signals

  • What affects Interest Rates?
  • Inflation and Uncertainty 
  • Minimum Return vs Expected Return
  • Economic Indicators
  • GDP growth and Unemployment rate
  • Economic Cycles
Meet the author

Natalie Goretski

I know that money can sometimes feel like a language only a few people understand.
My passion is helping everyday people connect with the financial world in a way that actually makes sense. In my course, you’ll learn the basic concepts of financial markets along with clear examples of the best investment options and beginner-friendly strategies.
My goal is simple: to guide you in starting your own investing journey — learning how to spot promising companies, understand their financial health, forecast their potential, and decide with confidence whether they deserve a place in your portfolio. 
With real-world examples and step-by-step guidance, you’ll gain the confidence to make smart investment decisions and learn how to control and grow your capital in the mid to long term.

Still skeptical?

That’s completely normal — especially when it comes to money and investing. To help you decide, I’ve created a quick
Finance Readiness Quiz.
The quiz will highlight your strengths and show you the areas where a structured course can make the biggest difference.
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