DGTL-ECON:201

Break the Old Script. Learn to Play the New Game.

Course Objectives

Understand economic shifts from 1960s to 2025.
Learn strategies for financial independence in the digital era.
Build portfolio and leverage skills for income generation.
Identify and escape the consumerism trap.
Apply digital economics for personal and professional growth.

Course Modules

Module 1: History & Context

Why the “get a second job” advice used to work
Wages, pensions, and dollar strength then vs now
1960s vs 2025 household economics
Conclusion: the rules changed

Module 2: Economics for Survival

Liabilities vs assets
Cap of time-for-money work
Leverage used by corporations & wealthy individuals
Consumerism trap

Module 3: The Digital Shift

Information is free, skills are democratized
Remote work, creator economy, automation
Your laptop = more powerful than a factory

Module 4: The New Pathways

Education 2.0: certifications & micro-learning
Building a portfolio (GitHub, blog, YouTube)
Direct selling: freelance, consulting, courses
Incorporating yourself as a business

Module 5: Practical Implementation

Cutting liabilities & wasted time
Investing in internet, skills, and scalable tools
First leverage moves: services, products, automation
Scaling: $300 → $3,000 online strategies

Module 6: Liberation

Redefining leisure & time freedom
True liberty in the 21st century
Reframing risk: the danger of staying trapped

Learning Resources

Rich Dad Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki
The Millionaire Fastlane – MJ DeMarco
Principles – Ray Dalio
Atomic Habits – James Clear
The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel
Zero to One – Peter Thiel

Who This Course is For

Self-learners and autodidacts
Professionals seeking financial independence
Students aiming for entrepreneurial skillsets
Creatives and aspiring digital entrepreneurs

Unique Selling Points

Holistic Approach – Combines economics, digital skills, and leverage strategies.
Actionable Practices – Immediate steps to build income streams.
Future-Proof – Practical for the 21st century economy.

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