The course provides a concise overview of behavioral finance. This is a field of study that combines psychology and economics to understand and explain how people make financial decisions. It recognizes that individuals are not always rational and objective when it comes to their financial choices. Instead, they are influenced by various cognitive biases, emotions, and social factors that can impact their decision-making process. The course highlights the psychological and behavioral factors that contribute to irrational and biased money decision-making, and discusses strategies for overcoming these biases to make more rational financial choices. Topics Covered:  What is behavioral finance Importance of Behavioral Finance in Investing and Accounting Traditional vs. Behavioral Finance Rationale Investors Efficient Markets Limitations of Traditional Finance Core Principles of Behavioral Finance Market, Investor and Practitioner Inefficiencies Checklist of Common Cognitive Biases and Emotional Pitfalls Related to Finance How to Apply Behavioral Finance Concepts in Real-Life Accounting Situations How to Promote a Culture of Objectivity and Critical Thinking How to Encourage Continuous Learning and Self-Awareness