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BSF Intro to Financial Sustainability

This scholarship program aims at helping Saudis gain all the necessary information to handle their financials like pros! It is all about diving into the basics of finance and learning how to budget, invest wisely, and keep your wealth safe. By the end of the program, learners will have the confidence to make smart choices that match their big financial dreams. Plus, it is totally fully-funded.

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Estimated Time
3~4 weeks
5~8 hours/week

Enrollment
Applications are now open

Enrollment Procedure

Once you complete your application you can start your learning journey. 

What You Will Learn

BSF Intro to Financial sustainability program provides you with foundational financial knowledge. The course will introduce you to the basic principles of budgeting, credit, and investments to help you manage your personal finances effectively. We’ll also explore exciting new technologies disrupting the world of finance such as blockchain

Create a financial budget based on the requirements, constraints, and aspirations by evaluating a given scenario.   

  • Identify the steps necessary for establishing and maintaining personal bank accounts by reviewing bank requirements.
  • Assess the appropriate type of personal banking account(s) needed based on the requirements of a given use case.
  • Evaluate how the personal credit score may be impacted by financing decisions, based on given scenarios.
  • Compare basic investing options available to new investors.

Identify some of the new technologies that are impacting the future of personal finance

Identify basic benefits of blockchain technology from a selection of features.

Steps to Apply

01

Choose

Choose the Nanodegree program that aligns with your career aspirations and piques your interest.

02

Confirm

Make sure that you fulfill the prerequisites and eligibility criteria for your chosen program.

03

Apply

To get started, sign up or sign in and commence your application.

Benefits of enrolling in BSF Scholarship Program

The competencies you'll acquire are in high demand among top firms when they recruit candidates

Job-ready training

Gain practical skills with job-ready training by working on real-world projects designed by industry experts.

Learn at your own pace

Achieve your goals at your convenience with flexible online learning that enables you to learn at your own pace.

Expert Leads

Learn from seasoned instructors who will provide guidance and support every week. These subject-matter experts can assist you in overcoming technical hurdles and ensuring that you stay on course.

Cutting-edge content

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest and most innovative technology updates, keeping you at the forefront of the constantly evolving industry.

Like-minded peers

You’ll join a thriving and expanding community of driven learners who share your aspirations and can assist you in achieving your professional goals.

Who Can Apply?

Are you eager to explore the digital disruptions occurring worldwide? Are you 18 years of age and above? If you're seeking to acquire specialized skills that will pave the way for a tech career with local and global relevance, then this opportunity is ideal for you.

Age 18 years
and above

Saudi Citizens across Saudi Arabia

Minimum of High School OR Diploma

FAQ

BSF and Udacity are partnering to offer a foundational program to upskill youth in finance and the evolving technologies in the banking industry. In this course, you will be introduced to the basic principles of budgeting, credit, and investments to help you manage your personal finances effectively. We’ll also explore exciting new technologies disrupting the world of finance such as blockchain.

The program is open enrollment, free of charge, and available to all eligible learners who complete the enrollment application on our website.

  • As a part of this program (open to all eligible learners), you will learn about the foundational elements of finance and blockchain through a tailored course. You do not need any previous knowledge or experience! Because you will be learning all the fundamentals with us! After completing the course, you will get the chance to assess what you’ve learned through a certification assessment. 
  • Once you pass this assessment, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from Udacity. Throughout your learning journey, you will have access to an online community platform, where you will get to ask other students for support to help you through any learning challenges or even to network. This is going to be a fun ride!
  • Applicants must meet the following criteria: 
    • Submit the online application form here
    • Be 18 years of age or older 
    • Saudi citizens across Saudi Arabia
    • Minimum high school diploma 
    • English proficiency

No, this is a free scholarship

  • The program is open enrollment and will be available from 1 October, 2024.
  • It means a student can join at any time when the program is active and become certified. However, please note that you will only have a maximum of 4 weeks of access to the course from the day of your enrollment. The program is self-paced, which means you can finish at your own pace.

Learners can self-enroll in the program beginning on 1 October, 2024. To learn more, please visit the program website here.

Applications will be open for self enrollment on 1 October, 2024.

You will have a maximum of 4 weeks of access to the course from the day of your enrollment.

This is a fully online program. Throughout the course, students get to learn through online videos in their classroom.