AGEC 520 - Market Fundamentals and Futures/Options Trading

Institution:

Kansas State University

Subject:

Agricultural Economics

Description:

This is an experiential course in the trading of commodity futures and options. Attention is focused on the study of market price determination, the implications of market efficiency notions, and on actual trading of futures and options. Students invest in a commodity educational trading fund. Class approves recommendations by vote, orders are placed with a broker, and the class monitors open trades. The pool balance at the end of the semester is redistributed to students.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.k-state.edu

Phone Number:

(785) 532-6011

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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