Theoretical and practical aspects of creating and managing an investment portfolio. Topics in investments including options strategies, commodities and other futures markets, problems and performance of institutional investments. Quantitative solution techniques and performance measurement procedures.

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.

In this class, students will learn how digital technology can be used to overcome frictions in the provision and use of financial services. Topics will cover multiple applications of technology in traditional and non-traditional financial services industry. Students will learn about technologies such as the use of blockchain in cryptocurrency and machine learning in quantitative trading. The class will also consider the current landscape in the Fintech industry and the changing regulatory environment.

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.