Public Policy Approaches to Financial Capabilities

This course provides an overview of the role of public policy in developing and enhancing citizens' **Financial Capabilities**—a critical component of financial inclusion and consumer protection. It moves beyond traditional financial literacy, exploring the interplay of knowledge, skills, confidence, and context in decision-making. Participants will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate effective national strategies for financial education, advisory services, and behavioral interventions, emphasizing the need for robust coordination, stakeholder involvement, and rigorous measurement of outcomes and impact.