Research overseas is clear: money management is one of the top issues that teenagers grapple with. Among teenagers, budgeting was a concern, and learning how to save and how to budget amongst their biggest priorities. Why is this so? In part because financial capability education is not taught at schools. And, in part this lack…
We all practice money management, most of the time continuously, having to make the best of our financial resources. So acknowledging the skill of money management as important as learning other subjects. At times we fall into the trap of saying that our kids are too young to appreciate the value of money but children…
We are pleased to announce that ĠEMMA as from this month forms part of the Sagħtar e-magazine. ĠEMMA will definitely be present on Sagħtar till the end of the year. In its monthly slots, ĠEMMA will introduce money management concepts to children. ĠEMMA will do this by discussing a particular concept and then setting an…
ĠEMMA publishes the Research Analysis on the Preparation of an ESF co-financed Campaign on Financial Capability and Widows and Widowers. The Research Analysis report identifies the following key points: The expenses of most participants related to household maintenance and healthcare. Only a very small minority mentioned travelling for leisure. The financial assets and resources for…
ĠEMMA publishes the Research Analysis on the ESF co-financed Campaign on Financial Capability and Tertiary Education Students. The Research Analysis report identifies the following key points: There is a general consensus that life goals and lifestyle played an important role in defining financial capability. There is a unanimous consensus that a monthly income is an…
Being self-employed definitely has its advantages – for one, you are your own boss. Yes you are also likely to face money management challenges. Here are some practical tips you may wish to consider: Start saving early and get into the habit of saving consistently over time. As a self-employed there will be times where…
Are you self-employed? Do you know what makes a self-employed person financially capable? A study titled ‘Financial education for entrepreneurs’ (ACCA – 2014) concludes that a self-employed business owner to be financially capable must be able to: Distinguish between personal and business finances. Be a competent buyer of financial services – understanding financial products, their…
In putting together the new 2021-2024 Strategy for Financial Capability ĠEMMA identified, from campaigns it ran between 2017 and 2020, that short campaigns are to be complemented by a major long term campaign directed to present and re-emphasise the education message on key important aspects relating to financial education. From the activities and research carried out…
Your attitude to money management is not the same across different stages of your life. Indeed your attitude to money management changes as you grow older and you assume greater life responsibilities. The stages in your life journey when it comes to money management are basically 5. The Table below presents how your attitude and…
This post presents money management Rules of Thumb for teenagers and young adults are to follow. Rules of Thumb are useful short-cuts that nudge people of all ages and in different contexts to make financial decisions. Research overseas shows that most young people welcome tips and Rule of Thumb guidance to help them manage their…
