I want ot learn more about stocks and bonds, so I can invest properly. How do I go to college for that?

Question

I mainly want to be way better informed because when I watch these money shows on t.v. nothing makes sense.

Answer 1

If you are going to college you go for a finance major or international finance major. These are the two areas that will concentrate you on the in's and out's of the measurements of money and the concept of time value and how it applies to returns on investments. There is no quick way to know everything it is too comprehensive. If you want to master the concepts research becoming a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) this is one of the most prestigous monikers in the financial world. Also don't think watching CNBC will teach you, most of the time this is what we refer to as "noise", start reading the Wall Street Journal and go buy a value investing book preferably one with the inclusion of Warren Buffet for starters.

Answer 2

Taking a basic course in investing will do the trick. You won't leave an expert, but you'll definitely learn the basics. For example, in my Intro to Finance class, my students learn about the financial markets, what a stock and bond are, and get the basics.

You can either take a college class or just attended a workshop from a place like Discover U ( the Learning Annex), etc. A workshop is cheaper, less time, and less info, but might be good for you as a basic introduction. FYI, a lot of these are taught by financial advisors, but they CANNOT solicit your business in the class!

Answer 3

Take a basis invesetment class. or buy a book about investments and money.