FIN 853 - Derivatives

Institution:

Governors State University

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Description:

Covers the theory and practice of derivatives. Explains pricing, hedging, markets and institutions, and the regulatory environment of derivatives. Emphasizes financial and real options, forward and futures contracts, equity and index derivatives, foreign currency, commodity, and interest rate derivatives, swaps, and the recent expansion into trading of exotic options. Incorporates risk into the management of derivatives. Studies the organized and over-the-counter derivative markets and regulations. Prerequisite: FIN850 or permission of instructor.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.govst.edu

Phone Number:

(708) 534-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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