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ECON 340 - Financial Derivatives

FC SSCI QFR
4 credits
This course provides a thorough review of financial derivative contracts, ranging from forwards and futures to swaps, options, and credit derivatives. The emphasis is on how these instruments work, how they can be used to redistribute risk, and on principles and models of valuation. We conclude with some discussion of the role of derivatives in the financial meltdown of 2007-09. Note that this course will be taught remotely with real-time class meetings via videoconferencing technology.
Prerequisites & Notes: ECON 253, STAT 113, and consent of instructor.


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