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  • 3.00 Credits

    Involves the application of basic econometric methods to the analysis of financial data. Focus is on utilizing spreadsheets and other softwares to facilitate financial decision making. Dual listed with FIN 4400; cross listed with MBAM 5403. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course introduces students to the key methods used to evaluate investments in energy industry projects from the perspective of the developer as well as the lender and other stakeholders. Topics include project finance modeling, techno-economic considerations, business structures, regulatory and legal issues, risk analysis, and deal terms. Prerequisites: Admission to the MBA, MBAX, MS Finance, MS Accounting or Energy Business certificate programs, or permission of the MBA Program Director.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Studies of environmental influences on corporate financial decision making and measurement devices useful in corporate financial management. Prerequisite: MATH 2220, STAT 2020, ACCT 2020, COSC 1200 or equivalent; accepted in a graduate program.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Deals with the theory and application of security analysis and portfolio management. Prerequisite: FIN 5510 or equivalent; accepted in a graduate program.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Provides an overview of the fixed income securities markets, pricing and risk management. In so doing, the course follows the CFA institute learning objectives of the CFA exam. We first introduce the major forms of fixed income securities. We then delve into valuation of these securities using a myriad of pricing techniques. We then embark on credit risk analysis, followed by fixed income portfolio management. Ultimately, the course aims at preparing students for most challenging and yet active fixed income markets: corporate bonds and mortgage securities. Dual listed with FIN 4530. Prerequisite: graduate standing.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to familiarize you with the CFP Board's Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct and reinforce ethical behavior in the global wealth management industry. Ethical practices instill a public trust in the fairness of financial markets and transactions, allowing them to function efficiently. Ethical practices by finance and investment professionals benefit all market participants and stakeholders and lead to increased investor confidence in global capital markets. The perspectives acquired in this subject should be useful to students in their chosen finance profession as this subject presents a framework for ethical conduct in the investment profession by focusing on the CFP Board Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct. Dual listed with FIN 4600. Prerequisites: admission to the graduate program; admission to the certificate program.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Analyzes the risk management and insurance problem in the business enterprise with emphasis on methodology for risk analysis; techniques for risk and loss control; and models for risk management decision-making. Dual listed with FIN 4710. Prerequisite: Admission to MS in Finance and/or CFP Certificate Program or department approval.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This class is designed to help graduate students understand various topics in retirement and insurance planning for individuals and families. Prerequisite: Admission to MS in Finance and/or CFP Certificate Program or department approval.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This is a survey course for financial planning and wealth management. The topics include insurance planning, tax planning, investment planning, retirement planning, estate planning, and professional conduct. The course will focus on acquiring a framework for understanding the major components of financial planning and developing a coordinated financial plan. Cross listed with MBAX 5750. Prerequisites: Admission to MS in Finance and/or CFP Certificate Program or department approval.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This class is designed to help graduate students understand various topics in estate planning. Topics include, but are not limited to, probate, trusts, plan design, gifting strategies, tax implications, administration of trusts, and common weaknesses of estate plan designs. Prerequisite: Admission to MS in Finance and/or CFP Certificate Program or department approval.