The initiative provided practical tools to strengthen financial decision-making.
By Brenda Figueroa Gómez
Journalism Student
The School of General Education held the Financial Literacy workshop, aimed at students interested in strategic saving, financial planning, and improving their personal financial management.
The activity covered topics such as budgeting, the importance of saving, and responsible financial decision-making. The workshop offered an accessible guidance space to prepare students for the economic challenges of the workforce.
The session was led by Carlos Ortiz Avenancio, branch manager at Oriental Bank, who presented tools to help students set clear goals and develop positive habits for their financial future.
The workshop also highlighted that many students do not receive formal financial education during their academic training. In this regard, Ortiz Avenancio emphasized that acquiring financial knowledge at an early stage facilitates informed decision-making related to spending, saving, and investing.
“Many times, these topics are not taught in school or even in college, so providing this information gives them a foundation to organize themselves when they enter the workforce,” the guest speaker added.
Photos by Chantal Arce | Student of Audiovisual Production and Film
In addition to saving, the session included reflections on the impact of personal finances on the broader economy. Ortiz Avenancio noted that a financially organized citizenry contributes to a more stable economic system by encouraging investment and responsible money management.
In that context, he stressed that financial education not only benefits individuals but also has a collective impact. “When people are organized in their finances, they can invest and contribute to the country’s economic development,” he said.
For many students, these types of spaces represent their first formal exposure to financial management. As part of its commitment to students’ comprehensive development, Sagrado will continue to offer accessible learning opportunities that help them better prepare for their financial responsibilities both during and after their university experience.