FINC-241 Principles of Investment

Faculty:

Bali, Turan

Droms, William

Course Objective: The objective of this course is to teach finance students about investment theory and practice. The course will utilize a combination of theoretical studies, problem sets and a portfolio project to teach students about: 1) the structure of the capital markets; 2) theories and practice in portfolio management; 3) asset pricing theories used to analyze securities; 4) equity and debt securities; and 5) derivative instruments. The course will focus primarily on the U.S. markets, although we will touch briefly on international investments. This course will provide students with information and skills needed to succeed in careers in asset management, corporate finance, research, sales or trading.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: MSB Students, FINC 211

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• 2004-2005 Fall and Spring
• 2005-2006 Fall and Spring
• 2006-2007 Fall and Spring
• 2007-2008 Fall and Spring
• 2008-2009 Fall and Spring
• 2009-2010 Fall and Spring
• 2010-2011 Fall and Spring
• 2011-2012 Fall and Spring
• 2012-2013 Fall and Spring

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