In today’s society, financial pressures and economic concerns are constant. The search for financial independence has become relevant, but what does this concept, which often seems unattainable, really entail? It is not just about accumulating wealth, as many might think, but about having the training and knowledge necessary to manage resources and maintain a good standard of living properly.
Financial education from an early age is a fundamental pillar. Integrating the teaching of financial concepts into the academic plan becomes one of the best investments for students’ futures. By providing them with financial skills, they are equipped with the necessary tools to make responsible and informed decisions. This goes beyond teaching arithmetic operations; it is about understanding key concepts such as savings, compound interest, the differences between passive and active investment, or how index funds work.
With this objective in mind, CIS University Finance and Investment Club (FIC) has inaugurated its second season, presenting important new features and improvements to adapt to the challenges of the fast-paced and turbulent world in which we live.
A University Club for Learning Finance and Investments
The inaugural session was welcomed by the club team, headed by Professor Ricardo Estellés as president and spokesperson, along with student Sebastián Mandel, who plays the role of vice president and content coordinator.
According to Professor Estellés, the club’s methodology is based on the principle of “learning by doing,” allowing members to gain practical experience through real business valuation exercises, case analysis and simulated investment.
During the session, the club’s fundamental objectives were determined: learning to save and discovering the different possibilities and mechanisms for investing effectively. This year, one of the main novelties is the implementation of a stock market investment simulation through the creation of a virtual portfolio called Portfolio Challenge. Participants will be able to buy and sell shares at current prices and observe the profitability and fluctuations of the invested capital in real time. The idea is to create different teams of investors among the students who will compete against each other, and those who obtain the highest profitability with their simulated portfolios will be recognized at the end of the semester.
The calendar of activities also includes classes and conferences given by the university’s own students on financial topics prepared especially for the club. In addition, special guests will be present, such as Rodrigo Cobos, a collaborator of the club and founder of Nogal Capital. Sessions dedicated to fundamental books in the history of investment and financial education will also be held. This year, as a novelty, podcasts and films in English on financial concepts have been incorporated to expand the knowledge of the participants.
Professor Estellés closed the meeting by reminding the attendees: “This is a club, not a class or a course. We are here to learn, train together and enjoy the process. Do not forget that your financial training for tomorrow is the best investment you can make today.”
