PSYC87H3: Psychology and Money

This course is designed for students interested in understanding the psychological influences on financial decision making, as well as the interplay between macroeconomic forces and psychological processes. Starting with a psychological and historical exploration of money's evolution, the course covers a wide range of topics. These include the impact of economic conditions like inflation and inequality on well-being, the psychology of household financial behaviours, including financial literacy and debt management, and the motivations affecting investment choices. The course also examines marketing psychology, the influence of money on interpersonal relationships, and the psychology of charitable giving. Finally, it investigates the psychological implications of emerging financial technologies.

[PSYB10H3 or PSYB30H3] and [PSYA06H3 or (PSYB07H3) or STAB22H3 or STAB23H3] and PSYB70H3
Social and Behavioural Sciences
Priority will be given to students in the Specialist/Specialist Co-op and Major/Major Co-op programs in Psychology and Mental Health Studies. Students in the Minor program in Psychology will be admitted as space permits.