Emmy Award–Winning Financial Literacy, Reimagined for India’s Future Leaders.
Students, Parents and Teachers reached through broadcast and outreach efforts of our partner Biz Kid$
We coined the term Money Quotient (MQ) to capture the financial intelligence every young learner needs.
At MoneyIQ Pioneers, we believe that true success is not just about having a high IQ or EQ – it requires a strong Money Quotient (MQ) as well. As pioneers in this field, we are educating the youth of today to be future-ready by incorporating global best practices with the Indian lens.
Financial progress achieved through Biz Kid$ programs
Indian context, global standards – Western financial concepts adapted with Indian examples
Get MQ certificate endorsed by US-based Biz Kid$ on successful completion.
Top performers get an invite to a Biz Kid$ x MoneyIQ virtual session.
Join MoneyIQ Pioneers x Global Sustainability Awards for top recognition.
Flexible, on-demand program teaching how to turn $100 into $1 million through
Localized wealth-building guide with India-based case studies
Self-paced, three-month program divided into 12 bite-sized modules
2 Daytime Emmy Awards (12 X nominated)
Siler Telly Award, Two Parents’ Choice Awards, Environmental Media Award
The Book has sold over 125,000 copies, gets 4.7 stars out of 5 with over 2,500 reviews
2nd edition won Moonbeam Book Award (Gold Award category for Non-Fiction Chapter Book)
MoneyIQ Pioneers brings this proven content to India with culturally adapted content, Indian case studies, and local mentorship
For anyone who wants to take the first step toward better money habits.
For those ready to pay off debt faster and save more consistently.
No subscriptions. No renewals. Lifetime support & updates at a one-time price.
For anyone who wants to take the first step toward better money habits.
For those ready to pay off debt faster and save more consistently.
No subscriptions. No renewals. Lifetime support & updates at a one-time price.
Co-founder and CEO
With 18 years of P&L, strategy, and business development experience across startups and corporates, Ruchir combines sharp business acumen with a heartfelt mission to equip children with real-world money skills. An IIT Roorkee and Emory University alum, he wants to mentor the next generation with the same skills, tools, and practical mindset he has applied in guiding his own children, helping them build confidence.
Co-founder and COO
Bringing 25+ years of leadership experience with global corporations and having set up three startups, Anit blends international expertise with entrepreneurial drive and operational excellence to build practical financial learning experiences. He holds a degree from Emory University and is passionate about making financial literacy exciting and accessible for kids, inspiring them to develop smart money habits early.
Co-founder and CCO
Having taught thousands of kids and worked across many bestselling titles, Ritu deeply understands what children want and how to make complex money ideas relatable and engaging. She has over 20 years in education and publishing, including with Oxford University Press and Heritage Xperiential Learning School. She holds credentials from Lady Shri Ram College (LSR), Delhi University, and New York University (NYU).
Strategic Advisor for MoneyIQ
Jeannine Glista is an award-winning media producer and Co-creator of Biz Kid$, a multi–Emmy-winning youth financial education series. She also co-authored How to Turn $100 Into $1,000,000 and has over 25 years of media and business experience. A passionate advocate for financial literacy, she continues to create engaging content that helps young people understand money. Fun fact: she’s also the original Biz Kid!
ARC is an educational social impact startup providing print and digital teaching-learning solutions for integrating the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Climate Education & Global Citizenship in school curriculum.
Biz Kid$ is a national financial literacy initiative based on the Emmy Award-winning public television series where kids teach kids about money and business. Biz Kid$ lesson plans are aligned with all national and state Educational standards.
Our modules turn screen time into focused, 20–30 minute learning sessions with built-in breaks and real-world activities. It’s a far more enriching experience than passive cartoon watching, building practical money skills your child will carry beyond the screen.
Our course offers far more value than the abundance of free content available on YouTube or in books. With so much scattered information online, it can be overwhelming and hard to know what to trust. Our structured, interactive curriculum is built to global standards—integrating proven Biz Kid$ methodologies to develop your child’s Money Quotient (MQ) through quizzes and hands-on projects. Beyond just financial literacy, our course equips kids for success in a global economy, offering real-world skills that free videos and books simply can’t match.
Yes. All video lessons, quizzes, and activities require an active internet connection.
Yes. A moderated in-app forum connects learners with certified MoneyIQ Pioneers Coaches, who respond within 24 hours.
No. Each learner needs an individual license tied to their unique MQ Score profile.
Access lasts for one year from the date of purchase.
Formative module quizzes can be retaken unlimited times, supported by adaptive hints and micro-lessons. However, the final MoneyIQ Pioneers Certification Test, which is used to generate the MQ Score, is only available once. So, learners should aim to master all modules before attempting it.
Yes. After every module quiz, an automated progress report is emailed to parents, highlighting strengths, skill gaps, and suggested at-home activities.