Durham School of the Arts – OCS Financial Management \

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

OCS Financial Management provides students with a foundation in financial planning and money management needed for independent living. Students are introduced to the concepts of income and other forms of financial compensation for work performed along with state and federal income tax requirements. Students learn about credit and how to maintain a positive credit rating. Additional course objectives include an understanding of fiscal responsibility, including the concept of “needs vs. wants.” Students learn about different types of insurance and how to analyze differences between banks and credit unions. Students have opportunities to practice basic computation skills throughout this course.