An overview of the ideas, methods, and institutions that permit human society to manage risks and foster enterprise. Emphasis on financially-savvy leadership skills. Description of practices today and analysis of prospects for the future. Introduction to risk management and behavioral finance principles to understand the real-world functioning of securities, insurance, and banking industries. The ultimate goal of this course is using such industries effectively and towards a better society.
Financial Markets
Financial Markets
Instructor: Robert Shiller
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3 weeks at 10 hours a week
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- Financial Regulation
- Portfolio Risk
- Bank Regulations
- Risk Management
- Financial Services
- Financial Systems
- Portfolio Management
- Securities (Finance)
- Finance
- Governance
- Equities
- Financial Regulations
- Behavioral Economics
- Financial Market
- Investments
- Banking
- Investment Banking
- Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities
- Financial Management
- Capital Markets
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Reviewed on May 7, 2020
It is a very interesting course and it covers all topics that one should have knowledge about. Assessments were not up to mark but the course will make well versed with major finance topics and terms
AM
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2020
The Professor was very knowledgeable and carried the class along with him. He made the course very easy for me even though the course was long. I want to use this opportunity to say thank you to him.
AS
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2018
Basic 360 degree course on financial markets, recommended even for experienced financial professionals as Prof. Shiller could give you a different perspective on how modern financial economies work.
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