Financial decision-making occurs on an almost constant basis. Overcoming spending temptations from ads, planning for fixed and variable expenses and accounting for your daily needs all consider the concept of spending. After obtaining the Spending badge, you should:
- Be able to develop a spending plan.
- Track your spending habits.
- Understand what it means to live within your means.
- Know the social and environmental impacts of your spending decisions.
To get the Spending badge, you must participate in at least three Spending-focused learning activities, at least one of which is highly encouraged to be in person. Below is a list of online and in-person financial education opportunities that count towards the Spending badge.
| In-Person Events | Online Events |
|---|---|
| Basics of Budgeting Budgeting 101: You Are What You Spend Financial Wellness While Abroad Managing Your Money Psychology of Spending RSO Treasurer Budgeting Workshop Savvy & Sustainable Spending – Going Green to Save Where Does All My Money Go? (Bean Game) |
Budget Hacks: From Research to Practical Webinar Building a Budget Webinar Cash at College: Spending, Saving & Student Loans Webinar Establishing Your Roots: Getting Started with Financial Services Webinar Financial Wellness While Abroad Webinar Life Transitions Webinar Student Account Refund Awareness Quiz Financial Health iGrad Module Smart Spending iGrad Module |