In this course, you will gain an understanding of the theory underlying optimal portfolio construction, the different ways portfolios are actually built in practice and how to measure and manage the risk of such portfolios.
This course is part of the Investment Management Specialization
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- Portfolio Theories
- Risk Management
- Value At Risk (VAR)
- Portfolio Optimization
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
General Introduction and Key Concepts
Modern Portfolio Theory and Beyond
Asset Allocation
Risk Management
Reviews
- 5 stars75.33%
- 4 stars20.10%
- 3 stars3.72%
- 2 stars0.70%
- 1 star0.13%
TOP REVIEWS FROM PORTFOLIO AND RISK MANAGEMENT
Great course - wish there were more examples or exercises on the more technical, math-intensive topics like VaR and ES instead of just an extended explanation of the theory behind the formulas.
The great Modern Portfolio Theory! If you are into portfolio investment, this course is a must for you. You can learn how to get a lunch almost free...
At times a bit hard to follow but nevertheless great course to help you understand how to manage and create optimal portfolios and manage the risks accordingly
Week 4 was a bit complex. Risk section could have been explained better with more real life examples to support the theory and equations taught.
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