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Ghaya Financial Literacy Programme

Schools School of Banking & Finance Ghaya Financial Literacy Programme

Programme Overview

The Ghaya Financial Literacy Programme is an 8-week programme designed to equip beneficiaries with the essential skills and knowledge to manage their personal finances confidently and effectively. Delivered by ADGM Academy, the programme combines expert-led sessions with real-life scenarios to build lasting financial habits.

Participants will engage with trained volunteer mentors through interactive learning sessions that promote financial responsibility, long-term planning, and personal empowerment. Originally launched in partnership with the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an, Ghaya is now in its 10th cohort, driving meaningful change across Abu Dhabi communities.

Programme Benefits Virtual learning programme Eight Weeks
Programme Benefits
Develop a strong foundation in personal finance and budgeting
Learn how to manage debt, savings, and everyday spending
Improve your financial decision-making skills
Increase your ability to create long-term financial stability
WHO IS THE PROGRAMME FOR?

This programme is designed for individuals with low income, those seeking debt relief, recent graduates, and early-career professionals (with less than five years of experience). It is ideal for Arabic-speaking participants who want to build a more secure financial future and take greater control of their personal finances. Whether you're starting your financial journey or looking to reset your habits, Ghaya provides the tools and support to help you succeed.

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GET INVOLVED Interested in giving back to your community?

Become a Ghaya Volunteer and share your financial expertise to help others thrive. You’ll receive training, make a real impact, and be part of a growing network of professionals committed to raising financial literacy across Abu Dhabi. 

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Learning Outcomes

LO1: Personal Lifestyle

Understand the personal life cycle and include the knowledge in a person’s financial decision making​

LO2: Financial Products

  • Understand the features of different types of financial services product​ 
  • Understand and use financial services products for savings​ 
  • Understand the different types of financial services provider​ 

LO3: Financial Design Making

  • Understand how to manage money​ 
  • Understand how to manage finance in the short term and the ​ 
  • impact of poor decision-making and unforeseen circumstances​ 
  • Understand how to budget for future aspirations and life events​ 
  • Understand how to plan for medium- and long-term financial needs​ 
  • Know how to make decisions about personal finance and understand their consequences.

LO4: Managing Money

  • Collect, organise and analyse information related to household finance​ 
  • Develop an understanding of financial concepts and terminology to enhance financial literacy

LO5: Debt & Experiencing Financial Difficulty

  • Understand debt​ 
  • Understand and calculate the costs related to borrowing​ 
  • Understand and explain the potential consequences of living beyond individual’s means

LO6: Financial Help & Advice

  • Understand when, where and how an individual can get financial help and advice ​ 
  • Awareness on Governmental / non-Governmental help and advice

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