Money Mavericks: Foundations of Financial Thinking

Master Money Basics Before It Starts Controlling You.

A 20-hour course in financial literacy and capital markets — built for teens ready to understand how money really works.

Why Join Money Mavericks: Foundation?

Today most adults say — but your teenager won’t have to.

“Why didn’t anyone teach me this earlier?”

Don’t let your teen grow up financially confused. This programme delivers real-world financial clarity before students face college fees, credit traps, or job stress. Here’s the problem:

  • Most teens today feel anxious about money.
  • Parents are rightfully cautious about yet another online course.

Here’s what makes us different:

What Makes Money Mavericks: Foundations Different?

Practical Over Theory

No abstract gyaan. Every module features hands-on tools, decision simulations, and relatable examples.

Build a Financial Mindset Early

This isn’t about fancy terms — it’s about building habits around saving, spending, investing, and risk

Connect the Dots Between News, Taxes & Real Life

Break down what the news really means — inflation, taxes, markets, scams — all simolified for teenagers.

Portfolio Thinking for Life

Students grasp how long-term capital thinking shapes smarter futures — beyond short-term spending.

What You’ll Walk Away With?

Money Foundations

Learn budgeting, goal-setting, and tracking expenses.

→ Build your own budget and a SMART goals collage.

Compounding & Saving

Understand compound interest and risk vs. return.

→ Run simulations like penny doubling and take a risk tolerance quiz.

Capital Markets

Explore stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, and market trends.

→ Create a virtual portfolio, pitch a stock, and curate mutual funds.

Economic Awareness

Grasp supply-demand, central banks, and global news impact.

→ Join role plays, decode headlines, and draft a public budget.

Financial Planning

Plan for the long term with clarity and intention.

→ Present your final roadmap with an investing challenge showcase.

Ethical Investing

Learn about ESG, spotting scams, and handling financial emotions.

→ Analyse real scams, compare ESG ratings, and map your reactions.

Programme Schedule - Money Mavericks: Foundations of Financial Thinking

A 20-hour learning journey conducted over multiple live online sessions

🧱 Module 1: The Foundation of Financial Fitness

  • How money evolved (Barter to Bitcoin)
  • My First Budget: Mock planning & tracking
  • Visualising goals with the “Pay Yourself First” method
  • Doubling penny simulation
  • Understanding saving vs. investing
  • Risk tolerance quiz & asset class games
  • What is a stock? Why do companies go public?
  • Build your own mutual fund
  • Company detective: Intro to stock research
  • Supply-demand simulation
  • What do central banks do?
  • Create a public budget (If I Were Finance Minister)
  • Scam Busters workshop
  • ESG debate: Which companies match your values?
  • Behavioural economics: Fear, greed, and groupthink
  • Create a personal financial plan
  • Stock Market Simulation Challenge (2 parts)
  • Final reflection + graduation pledge

Who Should Join Money Mavericks: Foundations of Financial Thinking?

For Students

You’re a good fit if you:

  • Are 13–17 and curious about money, markets, or investing
  • Want to build clarity around saving, planning, and spending wisely
  • Often wonder what adults mean when they say “budget” or “interest rates”
  • Have never taken a finance course — and want to start right

For Parents:

You’ll appreciate this course if you:

  • Value practical learning over rote memorisation
  • Want your child to be smart with money early in life
  • Are seeking a trustworthy, non-preachy coach who explains without overloading
  • Believe in building long-term skills — not just preparing for exams

Is This the Right Fit?

This programme is NOT:

  • A quick-fix get-rich scheme
  • A lecture-heavy economics class
  • A cram session before board exams

Meet Your Mentor

Nirmal Dixit

Nirmal Dixit is a financial educator, certified equity market trainer, and seasoned workshop coach with a passion for demystifying complex concepts for young minds. He has worked with schools, NGOs, and EdTech platforms to simplify finance — not just for learning, but for living.

With a mix of experience in capital markets and pedagogy, Nirmal brings credibility, clarity, and calm — helping students build smart habits early and carry them forward with confidence.