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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FI320. Corequisite: IB282. Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the international dimensions of corporate finance function. Students apply the concepts, approaches, and technology to sup- port financial management in a multinational business environment. Topics include a detailed examination of foreign exchange markets, foreign exchange risk and its management, and international financial markets. Closed to students who have taken FI425. (Fall/Spring)
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Prerequisite: FI320. Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the pricing of bonds and operation of the bond market. Emphasis is placed on the various types of bonds and their characteristics and the risks associ- ated with bonds. The mathematics of bond pricing and duration are also explored. The determination of inter- est rates, the behavior of interest rates, and the risk and term structure of interest rates are integral parts of the course. Additional topics include covenants, the effects of monetary policy, bond derivatives, and embed- ded options such as puts, calls, and conversion features. Closed to students who have taken FI422 and FI427.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FI320. Provides students with an introduc- tion to the organization and functioning of equity mar- kets, equity risk definition and measurement, financial theory, and models of equity valuation. The application of valuation models to market series, industries, and individual firms is also included. Closed to students who have taken FI422 and FI427. (Fall/Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Written permission of the instructor and FI380 and FI381 or FI422 and FI427. Provides students with specific seminars and/or research projects which address the outstanding topics in a particular field of finance. Students discuss the particular topics at an in-depth level. Potential topics encompass investments, real estate finance, international finance, financial manage- ment, capital markets, financial institutions, and financial modeling. Depending upon the topic, critical reviews342 The Sellinger School of Business and management of selected journal articles, guest lectures, empirical research, research projects and papers, as well as student presentations may be an integral part of the course. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FI320, FI422, and written permission of the instructor. Involves an individual research project under the supervision of a faculty member. A written plan is required at the beginning and a written research pro- ject at the end.
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3.00 Credits
and Their Environments (3.00 cr.) Prerequisite: FI380 and FI381 or FI422 and FI427. Pro- vides an overview of financial services firms including commercial banks, savings banks, credit unions, insur- ance companies, mutual funds, securities firms, invest- ment banks, and finance companies. Addresses opera- tional issues within the financial services environment. Develops a framework for analyzing and measuring the risks faced by financial institutions by considering the environment in which these firms operate. Strate- gies and appropriate techniques that financial institu- tions can use to manage risk are also emphasized. Closed to students who have taken FI428.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FI380 and FI381 or FI422 and FI427. Designed for students' understanding of derivative-related financial instruments such as forwards, futures, and options and the use of derivatives in investment and corporate finan- cial management. An introduction to derivative security markets, the valuation of derivatives, derivative trading strategies, and the management of corporate risk with derivatives are covered.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: Senior standing and FI380 and FI381 or FI422 and FI427. An introduction to portfolio theory and management in the practical world that integrates stu- dents' knowledge of equity and fixed income valuation. Topics include portfolio strategies, futures and options, commodities, the Internet, and portfolio management under live market conditions. (Spring only)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FI380 and FI381 or FI422 and FI427. The assess- ment of business financial performance and valuation from the point of view of equity and credit analysts. Students learn to analyze a firm's profitability and risk by applying both financial and strategic analysis, pre- pare pro forma financial statements, ascertain the intrinsic value of a business, and apply spreadsheet models for financial decision making. Closed to students who have taken FI432. (Fall only)
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: FI380 and FI381 or FI422 and FI427. The implementation of financial decisions and policies by using actual case situations. Students learn to apply the concepts and decision-making tools employed in effective financial decision-making and increase their knowledge and understanding of the underlying theories of financial management. Through team case analysis and presentation, students develop analytical, communi- cation, and interpersonal skills including the ability to identify and frame problems, recognize assumptions, and identify solution strategies. Students also develop the ability to speak effectively and persuasively, the capability to lead and motivate others, and the capacity to work effectively within a team. Closed to students who have taken FI435. (Spring only)
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