Investment Analysis 3 sem. Study of financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, convertibles, and options, and the markets in which they are traded. The primary concern of the course is with the decision process that evaluates the various investment opportunities. Investment Management 3 sem. Extends the concepts introduced in FINA 181.
Topical coverage includes modern portfolio theory, options, futures and hedging techniques.
Emphasis of course is on application of the concepts to investment strategies. Extension of the development of the theory of financial management, including an examination of the relevant literature. Concentration will be on applications of financial management theory. Topics include working capital, capital budgeting, dividend policy issues, cost of capital, and principles of valuation. Required for finance specialization.