Consumer Economics and Financial Services Unit Activity
Educational Goals
- Content Knowledge: Discuss various career paths in finance, including required certifications and skills.
- Inquiry: Conduct online research, collecting and communicating findings.
- 21st Century Skills: Utilize online tools for research and effectively communicate results.
Activity Overview
- Objective: Choose a career in the financial services industry, analyze required certifications, and identify necessary skills.
Directions and Analysis
Task 1: Careers and Educational Requirements
- Perform online research to select a career in finance.
- Identify educational qualifications needed for the chosen career.
Task 2: Certification Requirements
- Determine the certification or licensing necessary for your chosen career.
- Develop a strategy to prepare for obtaining these certifications.
- Describe the technological skills required for your career.
- Describe the interpersonal skills needed for your career.
Evaluation Criteria
- Total Points Available: 100
Task 1: Careers and Educational Requirements (20 points total)
- Conduct online research on a finance-related career (10 points)
- Identify educational qualifications for the selected career (10 points)
Task 2: Certification Requirements (40 points total)
- Identify necessary certifications (20 points)
- Develop preparation strategies for certifications (20 points)
- Identify information technology skills needed (20 points)
- Identify interpersonal skills required (20 points)