Introduction to Derivatives
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Number
3040
Career
Undergraduate
Units
3 units
Grading
Graded Alpha
Description
This course offers a high level introduction to three categories of derivative markets: futures-forwards, swaps and options. Skills to be developed include analytical and decision-making, creative thinking and communication. Risk as both potential loss and opportunity for gain will be highlighted. Cases will be used.

Prerequisite: Junior standing, C- or better in FINC 335.

Outcomes: Exploring ethical and social dimensions of risk management and use and abuse of derivative securities.
Enrollment Requirements
Prerequisites: Junior standing; Minimum grade of "C-" in FINC 335
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Class Details
Instructor(s)
Joseph Mathew
Meets
MoWeFr 11:30AM - 12:20PM
Dates
08/25/2025 - 12/13/2025
Room
Corboy Law Center - Room 522
Instruction Mode
In person
Campus
Water Tower Campus
Location
Water Tower Campus
Components
Lecture Required
Class Availability
Status
Open
Seats Taken
21
Seats Open
24
Class Capacity
45
Wait List Total
0
Wait List Capacity
5