This course provides an intensive analysis of several advanced topics in investments. It covers bond valuation and analysis in depth, with special emphasis on risk analysis, securitization, and innovation in the fixed-income markets. It covers investment management of stock and bond portfolios, performance measurement, and evaluation. Special topics include mutual fund management and evaluation, and the development of financial derivatives.
Preqreq: FIN3610, 3710, ECO4000 & min avg 2.0 GPA in these courses & Finance Plan & (ZICK/ZKTP stdtnt grp) & (ZK4L/ZK4P stdnt grp: https://bit.ly/4000-level-bus-courses). After the 3 courses completed, 4000-level FIN courses dropped if FIN GPA below 2.0.