Empowering financial literacy: the role of educators as mentors and guides in financial planning

Isa, Aflah and Mustafa, Nik Nur Shafika and Abd Aziz, Nurul Aien (2026) Empowering financial literacy: the role of educators as mentors and guides in financial planning. In: Beyond lectures: insights from business disciplines (reflections, transformations, and the human side of teaching). 2 ed. Universiti Teknologi MARA, Johor, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Johor, Kampus Segamat, pp. 97-100. ISBN 9786297647098

Abstract

This article explores the critical role of financial literacy as a fundamental life skill and its practical application through the Personal Financial Planning (FIN533) course. It highlights how structured financial education addresses common challenges faced by students, such as financial stress and poor money management habits, by providing essential knowledge in budgeting, debt management, and investment planning. Beyond theoretical delivery, the article emphasizes the educator's role as a mentor and guide, using real-world examples to foster responsible financial behaviors and long-term financial independence

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Item Type:	Book Section
Creators:	Creators Email / ID Num. Isa, Aflah UNSPECIFIED Mustafa, Nik Nur Shafika UNSPECIFIED Abd Aziz, Nurul Aien UNSPECIFIED
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HG Finance > Financial management. Business finance. Corporation finance L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > Education and training of teachers and administrators > Observation (Educational methods)
Divisions:	Universiti Teknologi MARA, Johor > Segamat Campus > Faculty of Business and Management
Page Range:	pp. 97-100
Keywords:	Financial literacy, Personal financial planning, Budgeting, Debt management, Financial education, Student behavior, Mentorship
Date:	2026
URI:	https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/135589

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