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- It includes a critical discussion of the efficient markets theory, an overview of quantitative methods in finance, considers risk aversion in the context of utility theory, examines portfolio theory, the Capital Asset Pricing Model and multi-factor asset pricing models, covers bond pricing, duration and convexity, behavioural finance theory, an introduction to the economics of financial crises, and introduces the top down approach to investment decisions.
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The course is lecture based. Lectures will consist of covering the theory, examples, and class discussion. Homework assignments will focus on applying the material from lectures. The major topics to be covered are: • The time-value of money • Introduction to financial instruments • Risk and return • Portfolio theory.
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Tentative Course Outline Weeks 1-2 Introduction to Financial Markets & Trading platform What are financial markets? How are trades placed inside of our platform? Weeks 3-4 Performance Measurements What are the best practices for computing and describing returns? Weeks 4-5 Understanding the Risk/Return Tradeoff What is risk? How do we measure risk?
This course is designed to meet this demand, for those of you who seek a quantitative degree in financial economics, by combining a solid training in financial economics and macroeconomic principles, as well as the quantitative methods needed for the analysis of financial markets.
This course is designed to provide both a self contained study of the principles of financial economics, and a bridge to higher level courses in economics and finance, including third year international finance. It includes a critical discussion of the efficient markets theory, an overview of quantitative methods in finance, considers risk ...
- 1 Course Objectives
- 1.1 At the End
- 2 What the Course is and is Not
- 3 Relation to Other Economics Courses
- 6 Math/Stat Requirement
- 7 Calculators
- 8 Textbook
- 9 Lecture Notes Online
- 10 Reading Assignments
- 12.1 Schedule
- 12.1.2 Hourly Exams Schedule
- 12.5 Exam Grading
- 12.6 Makeup Exams
- 14 Appeals
- 14.1 Appeal Content
- 14.2 Appeal Reviews
- 14.3 Submitting Appeals
- 15 Final Course Grades
- 16 Attendance Policy
- 16.1 General Rutgers Policies
- 17 Late Submissions
- 17.1 Late Papers
- 17.2 Where to Submit Papers
- 17.2.1 Leaving Papers
- 17.2.2 Emailing Papers
- 18 Laptops and Recording Devices in Class
- 19 University Code of Student Conduct Summary
- 20 Departmental Learning Goals
The nancial system is sometimes viewed solely as a vehicle for making or losing money with no other purpose, while at other times it is viewed as a vital part of our economic system and an important component of economic growth. No matter the view, our nancial system, with its institutions, structures, and instruments, is a dominant factor in our m...
At the end of the semester, you will be expected to. . . describe the main functions of the nancial system; solve present value problems; derive key nancial formulas; explain how the stock and bond markets operate; explain the major features of stocks and bonds; articulate the major trends and patterns in the nancial markets; explain how the future...
This course is designed to be an overview and introduction to nancial economic analysis covering markets, institutions, structures, and instruments. This is not a theory course per se. Nor is it a course in accounting, personal investment advice, capital markets, or money and banking.
Because of the general nature of the topic (i.e., nancial markets), there is some overlap with other economics courses. In particular, Money & Banking, Financial Economics, Macroe-conomic Theory and Microeconomic Theory cover similar or related material. This course di ers by being more intense, focused, detailed, and technical.
Simple mathematics including algebra will be used where appropriate with explanations given in class when a di cult concept is presented. After that, it is assumed that you understand the concept if questions are not asked. It is your responsibility to ask questions. Most of the time, however, just numerical calculations will be done. You are expec...
Since numerical calculations will be done in class, you will need a calculator with the usual functions. You can use a calculator for the exams, however, you will not get any credit (i.e., you will get a zero) for merely writing down an answer from the calculator. For any credit at all, you must show that you know how to do the problem, not that yo...
The textbook is Esssentials of Corporate Finance, 8th Edition Ross, Wester eld, and Jordan (McGraw-Hill) There is no workbook. Handouts will be provided as necessary to supplement lectures but not to replace your responsibility to attend class and take notes. Please be aware that there are notation di er-ences between my lectures and the book. You ...
I am against putting lecture notes online. However, as a courtesy, notes will be made available on Sakai. The online notes are not meant to replace your responsibility to attend class and take notes.
You will be told the textbook reading assignments as we progress through the lectures. For the most part, we will cover as much of the textbook as possible. You are expected to read these assignments and be prepared for class discussions. In addition, reading the Wall Street Journal regularly (daily!) is highly recommended to relate course material...
The nal exam has a de nite date and time. The hourly exams dates are APPROXIMATE.
The two hourly exams will be APPROXIMATELY. . . Exam
Your exam answers are graded on completeness (just having a key word does not su ce), relevancy to the question I asked (many students do not answer my question), and neatness (points are deducted if I cannot read an answer). Short ESSAY answers are required. Essays consist of whole sentences and paragraphs correctly worded and written. Anything el...
There are no makeups for missed exams due to tardiness or being absent. No exceptions { No excuses. A make-up exam is allowed only after prior permission is granted to miss that exam or there is a note from the University and appropriate documentation (e.g., medical, court order). It is your responsibility to notify the University of a medical or p...
Students occasionally feel that a grade is too low. In such a case, an appeal consisting of one (1) double spaced, typed page plus a copy of the exam or paper with my comments on it may be submitted at any time up to and including the nal exam, but not beyond.
The appeal should contain an argument as to why a particular grade should be changed. Not all appeals are accepted. An appeal that says, for instance, "But I studied hard" or \\I worked all semester and just got a C - I deserve better" or \\You graded me unfairly" is not acceptable.
Appeals are reviewed only at the end of the semester and only when it is believed that a grade may be changed. Do not ask if I reviewed an appeal at any point in the semester - the answer is \\No". Appeals are only reviewed at the end of the semester in borderline cases.
Appeals can be submitted anytime up to and including the time you submit your You cannot submit any more appeals once you submit the nal exam. nal exam.
Final course grades will be available in the usual way. I am not allowed to email any grade information.
Attendance is taken at the beginning of each class. Students are expected to attend all classes. If you expect to miss one or two classes because of illness or a family emergency, please use the University absence reporting website https: //sims.rutgers.edu/ssra/ to indicate the date and reason for your absence. An email is automatically sent to me...
University religious holiday policy is at. . . http://scheduling.rutgers.edu/religious.shtml An interfaith calendar can be found at. . . http://www.interfaithcalendar.org/index.htm University attendance policy is at. . . http://sasundergrad.rutgers.edu/academics/courses/registration-and-course-policies/ attendance-and-cancellation-of-class
There is a very strict policy regarding late submissions.
Late papers will not be accepted under any circumstance; they receive an automatic zero.
All papers must be handed to me personally in class.
Papers placed in my mailbox, left on my desk, or shoved under my o accepted under any circumstance; they are automatic zeros. ce door will not be
Emailed papers will NOT be accepted under any circumstance; they are automatic zeros.
As a general policy, you will not be allowed to use a laptop or tablet computer in class or record the class lectures in any manner, shape or form. If you must have the lecture notes with you, please print them and bring them to class. Please note: Laptops, tablet computers and recording devices are not allowed in class. No exceptions { No excuses.
The Economics Department has established Learning Goals for its undergraduate majors. These Goals are listed on the following page. Please pay especial attention to the Economic Numeracy goal. Department of Economics Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey February 2008 Learning Goals for Economics Majors Economic Literacy Students who complete...
The Economics Department has established Learning Goals for its undergraduate majors. These Goals are listed on the following page. Please pay especial attention to the Economic Numeracy goal. Department of Economics Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey February 2008 Learning Goals for Economics Majors Economic Literacy Students who complete...
Washington, D.C. Requirements. 10 courses. Time to Complete. 12 – 24 months. Tuition. Learn more about tuition and fees. Visa Eligible. REQUEST INFO APPLY NOW WATCH VIDEO. MS in Financial Economics Program Overview. Financial decision-making can make or break the global economy.
MSc Financial Economics. Core courses and electives. The economics courses apply theories and methodologies to finance, while the finance courses provide the underlying economic principles of financial practice. Asset pricing.
