About this Course
Unexpected events like a car accident, dog bite or stormy night can derail financial goals for years to come. This course gives you the tools to protect your home, your vehicles, and your accumulated wealth through practical property and liability insurance and noninsurance strategies. Whether you are a financial professional or managing your own household, youâll gain insight into todayâs challenging insurance environment and learn why coverage decisions must be made before a loss occurs. Through expert podcasts, realâworld case studies, and interactive evaluation tools, youâll explore how to spot hidden policy gaps and use umbrella coverage to shield future earnings. Designed for both aspiring professionals and savvy consumers, this course empowers you to move beyond the âprice trapâ and make informed decisions that ensure your insurance works when you need it most. 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: https://aces.illinois.edu/online. Â
What You'll Learn
- Explain essential property, auto, and umbrella insurance concepts
- Compare policy features to inform decisions
- Identify hidden coverage gaps and their impact
- Apply insurance strategies in real-world scenarios
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and internet skills
- Ability to read English instructions and complete exercises
Instructors
Dr. Craig Lemoine
Director of Financial Planning, Associate Clinical Professor of Financial Planning