Students from King William’s College gained practical information on personal finances thanks to a series of hands-on sessions delivered by JA Isle of Man volunteer business advisers from Capital International.

During a one-day session the students learned about credit and debt, investment options – from high to low-risk - savings, budgeting and handling disposable income through the JA Personal Economic programme.

Part of the programme saw students assume the role of a character then follow his or her life map which included managing and understanding their personal finances through interactive games and activities.

The programme explored a range of personal economics issues from spending dilemmas to consumer rights.

Job-hunting skills were also highlighted by representatives from Hamblin who gave a lively half-hour presentation on good interview techniques and pointed out some errors candidates make when applying for jobs.

Acting JA Isle of Man chief executive Ron Spencer said ‘The programme is a highly relevant and engaging way of teaching young people the basics of personal finance; how to handle money and make the right choices for the future. 

‘Demand for the JA programmes is growing and we are enormously grateful to those members of the business community who volunteer to deliver our sessions.

'However, we would welcome more volunteers.

'Should anyone be interested in participating, bearing in mind the programmes offer exceptional CPD opportunities, I would ask them to contact our programme manager Kirsty Coffey on 834761 or email Kirsty at kirstycoffey@jaiom.im.’

Pictured: Capital International’s Chris Bell provides practical information on personal finances to Mathew Seaward, Sam Mitchell and Illiam McCartney, all aged 14.