FINANCE 353 - Derivatives

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

Finance

Description:

The purpose of this course is to extend the student's knowledge of security valuation and portfolio management by examining, in depth, the structure, valuation, and uses of derivative contracts. The course develops a general, but rigorous, framework for valuing futures and options contracts and shows the interrelations between these contract markets and the markets for the underlying securities. Specific examples are drawn from derivative contract markets on stocks, stock indexes, debt instruments, and foreign currencies. Instructor: Staff

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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