The course emphasizes the development of problem solving skills and the use of computerized financial modeling. Financial management of the banking firm including analysis of bank financial performance, bond portfolio analysis, interest rate risk management, capital management, cost of funds, and loan administration. Regulation of the banking system is discusses as is competition from foreign banks. A computerized bank simulation game is used and international aspects of financial markets are discussed. The management of a real portfolio of equity securities.
Students make decisions on which equities to buy and sell to maximize the value of the portfolio.
1 to 3 hours. G4990 Special Studies. 1 to 3 hours. G5203 Financial Markets and Institutions. The structure of financial markets and institutions.