In this course, we will apply the central concept and applications of Time Value of Money (TVM) to explore the structure and pricing of stocks and bonds at an introductory level. In this course, you will learn about bonds, different types of bonds (Zero Coupon bonds, Government bonds). You will learn about bond pricing calculations and see their direct connection to market data on bonds. You will also learn about stocks, and their pricing and valuation. You will learn about growth and dividend stocks and how to use market data.
This course is part of the Foundational Finance for Strategic Decision Making Specialization
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Some algebra and an introductory understanding of time value of money (TVM)
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Pricing and trading of bonds
Pricing and trading of stocks
How companies are financed and why
Skills you will gain
- Pricing Stocks
- Trading in Financial Markets
- Pricing Bonds
Some algebra and an introductory understanding of time value of money (TVM)
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
week 1: Bond Valuation
Week 2: Bond Prices & Market Data
week 3: Stock Valuation
Week 4: Stock Prices & Market Data
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- 3 stars4.70%
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Very nicely explained with simple examples. Assignments are well designed and very intuitive
The lecture was well organized and easy to understand.
Gives practical knowledge about the bond and stocks.
Hope the repeat attempt of assignments is shorter than a week! Very thought provoking assignments.
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