MBA 641 Investment Theory

This course is divided into three main topic areas: a description of institutional investors and their customers; risk management of investment portfolios; and the evaluation of derivative securities. Computer models will be used to evaluate: common stock; bonds with and without option features; and options on futures, spot commodities and common stock. Risk management is stressed. Prerequisite: the student is required to have passed MBA 640 (or its equivalent) with a grade of B or better. (3 credits)