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Weekly Budget Mastery

Master Your Weekly Budget Game

Stop wondering where your money went every Sunday night. Our 16-week program teaches you the exact system Thai professionals use to track, plan, and optimize their weekly spending — without complicated spreadsheets or expensive software.

Real Skills for Real Life

We don't teach theory — we teach what actually works when you're standing in 7-Eleven deciding between brands, or when unexpected expenses hit mid-week.

  • Weekly budget templates that fit Thai spending patterns
  • Emergency fund strategies for Bangkok's cost of living
  • Smart shopping techniques for local markets and malls
  • Digital payment optimization for Thai banking systems
  • Side income tracking and tax considerations

Marcus, our lead instructor, spent five years helping Bangkok startups manage cash flow before developing this curriculum. He knows the difference between textbook budgeting and what you actually need on Sukhumvit Road.

Students working on budget planning exercises

Your 16-Week Journey

Each phase builds on the last. By week 16, you'll have a personalized system that works with your lifestyle, not against it.

1

Foundation Setup

We start with your current spending reality — no judgment, just data. You'll learn to track expenses without changing your habits yet, using tools that actually sync with Thai banks.

Weeks 1-4
2

Pattern Recognition

Here's where it gets interesting. We analyze your spending patterns and identify the leaks you didn't know existed. Most students save 15-20% just from this phase.

Weeks 5-8
3

System Building

Now we create your personalized budget framework. This isn't about restrictions — it's about making your money work smarter, not harder.

Weeks 9-12
4

Advanced Optimization

Investment basics, emergency fund acceleration, and long-term planning. Plus strategies for handling Thailand's unique financial landscape.

Weeks 13-16
Marcus Chen, lead instructor
Marcus Chen
Lead Financial Coach

Learn from Someone Who Gets It

Marcus moved to Bangkok in 2019 with typical expat financial chaos — multiple bank accounts, confusion about tax obligations, and zero understanding of local spending rhythms.

After helping 200+ professionals organize their finances (including three successful startups), he realized most budgeting advice completely ignores how people actually live and spend in Thailand.

His approach focuses on practical systems that work with irregular income, family obligations, travel plans, and the reality of living between multiple currencies.

Background & Certifications

  • Certified Financial Planning (CFP) designation
  • 5+ years managing startup cash flow in Bangkok
  • Fluent in Thai, English, and Mandarin financial terminology
  • Regular contributor to Bangkok Post financial section

Next Cohort Starts September 2025

Limited to 24 students for personalized attention. Classes meet weekly on Saturday mornings, with optional weekday office hours for questions.

Program Start
Sept 6, 2025
Application Deadline
Aug 15, 2025
Program Investment
฿12,500