This course Making Money as a Freelancer is aimed at freelancers looking to integrate financial analysis and strategy into their business.
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About this Course
Here Making Money as a Freelancer learners will discover and apply accounting best practices through creating a budget and financial plan and using it to set financial goals with rates and prices backed up by their own research.
Syllabus
WEEK 1
1 hour to complete
Making Money as a Freelancer: Course Overview
In this section, you’ll review the course introduction and student expectations. You’ll also get to know some of the successful freelancers in our community and hear practical advice about how they handle financial decisions. Lastly, you’ll have the opportunity to have a meet and greet with your peers.
5 videos (Total 26 min), 6 readings
3 hours to complete
Personal and Business Finances
In this section, we’ll dig into key financial concepts that will create a solid foundation for a successful freelance career. You’ll explore the factors to consider when transitioning from a job to a freelance career, how to set up healthy habits for personal and business financial management, and how to plan for your future.
4 videos (Total 28 min), 4 readings, 2 quizzes
WEEK 2
2 hours to complete
Making Money as a Freelancer: Making and Managing Money in Your Business
In this section, you’ll consider how to price your offerings, how to forecast the number of sales you’ll need, and how to consider all the costs that go into running a business. These factors will help you consider many options and choose a business model that fits your goals for your financial future as a freelancer.
9 videos (Total 34 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes
WEEK 3
1 hour to complete
Making Money as a Freelancer: How are you doing?
How will you get the help you need to run a freelancing business? In this section, you’ll learn the importance of key business advisors and professional tools to manage your finances. You’ll also learn how to look at your financial reports so that you can understand the financial aspects of your business.
4 videos (Total 15 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz
WEEK 4
3 hours to complete
Making Financial Decisions
In managing a business, you’ll need to make many important decisions that will have a financial impact. It is important to track and interpret information to help you make wise decisions, and know when to consult with experts to help you plan and stay on track.
8 videos (Total 18 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes
