This course serves as an introductory course on cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Students will learn about proof-of-work protocols such as Bitcoin as well as proof-of-stake protocols such as Cardano, Solana, and Ethereum. Applications of blockchain and digital ledger technologies in areas such as decentralized finance and non-fungible tokens will be explored.

The objective of this course is to provide students with understanding of principals of securities trading and market structure. At the end of this course you will be able to: (a) contrast different market mechanisms, including exchange and dealer markets, (b) compare different market settings and their advantages, (c) evaluate the costs and risks associated with trading in different markets.

Introduction to foreign exchange markets and currency regimes. Managing currency risk in international markets, and the use of hedging instruments, including currency derivatives.

Introduction to foreign exchange markets and currency regimes. Managing currency risk in international markets, and the use of hedging instruments, including currency derivatives.

Areas in banking that require application of analytical tools and techniques in bank decision-making process.

Areas in banking that require application of analytical tools and techniques in bank decision-making process.

Financial institutions, instruments, markets and the public policies; micro and macro aspects of the American financial system.

Financial institutions, instruments, markets and the public policies; micro and macro aspects of the American financial system.

Short-, intermediate-, and long-term financing; planning, budgeting, and investment.

Short-, intermediate-, and long-term financing; planning, budgeting, and investment.