Introduction to Derivatives
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Number
2820
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)
Xiang Gao
Meets
TuTh 2:30PM - 3:45PM
Dates
08/24/2026 - 12/12/2026
Room
Schreiber Center - Room 725
Instruction Mode
In person
Campus
Water Tower Campus
Location
Water Tower Campus
Components
Lecture Required
Class Availability
Status
Open
Seats Taken
0
Seats Open
45
Class Capacity
45
Wait List Total
0
Wait List Capacity
5