Topics include financial statement analysis, financial markets and institutions, investment securities, time value of money, cost of capital, capital budgeting, and financial forecasting. 3 cr. hrs. They are reviewed in terms of their utilization of financial markets, regulatory aspects, and financial performance. 348 Investments 3 cr. hrs. 3 cr. hrs.
Real estate is reviewed from primarily a residential property perspective.
Topics considered include law of agency, real estate contracts, real estate finance, property appraisal, fair housing laws, professional ethics, and environmental issues. Real estate investment and property management will also be reviewed. The research component of the Semester Abroad program. A semester of directed research in a European country. Internships provide valuable experience in the business world significantly beyond classroom experience.