Students will be called upon to use these analytical tools through case studies and computer simulations. This course will acquaint students with the basic characteristics of securities and securities markets. Theories will be introduced and examined which attempt to value both individual securities and aggregate securities markets. These concepts will be integrated into a study of portfolio theory and actual industry practices as they apply to institutional investors. This course provides the student with an understanding of commonly used forecasting models.
Emphasis is placed on managerial applications and the use of a computer-based forecasting package.
An experimental course offered by the Finance Department as a means of determining its value to the total department program or in response to a particular request from a group of students. A student will design a project and secure a faculty sponsor. May be utilized more than one time. Written permission of the faculty sponsor and department. Registration through the Office of Graduate Studies is required.