RiskWise: Insurance and Your Financial Future

About this course

RiskWise: Insurance and Your Financial Future introduces learners to the fundamentals of risk management and insurance as essential tools for financial planning. Whether you're exploring a career in insurance or seeking to strengthen your personal financial strategy, this course offers practical insights into risk types, human capital, insurance operations, and the roles of professionals in the field. Through real-world examples, interactive activities, and expert interviews, you’ll learn how to evaluate personal risks, understand insurance products, and apply risk management strategies to build financial resilience. Designed for a broad audience—including aspiring and current insurance professionals—this course empowers you to make informed decisions and better serve clients or your own household. This course is part of the College of ACES suite of online programs. To learn more about online programs from the College of ACES and explore ways to apply your Coursera work toward a degree program at the University of Illinois, visit ACES Online. @ aces.illinois.edu/online