Master of Science in Finance (MSF) Course Descriptions
Applied Econometrics in Finance (FIN 5840):
This course focuses on providing students with an in depth understanding of statistical techniques commonly employed in financial studies. Actual applications within a variety of financial studies are examined to help students learn how to conduct statistical tests, as well as to interpret the results. Students are familiarized with WRDS and a variety of data bases to facilitate their future research efforts.
Computer Skills for Financial Analysis (FIN 5935r):
Utilizing Excel and other software, this course focuses on developing computer modeling skills that will serve as a tool for financial analyses, planning and decision making.
Problems in Financial Management (FIN 5425):
This is an advanced course in corporate finance. Upon completion of this course students will have a better understanding of the issues faced by a typical Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of a corporation. The main method for analyzing each topic is through reading and presenting a case, an article, or a research report about a specific firm.
Investment Management & Analysis (FIN 5515):
Analysis of financial assets with emphasis on the securities market, the valuation of individual securities, and portfolio management.
Economic and Business Conditions Analysis (MAN 5716):
This course is a study of external variables (to the firm) that can have significant impact on performance. They include economic, financial, political, social, and government policy variables. While these variables are external to the firm, their potential impact on the firm can be substantial and must be understood and managed.
Financial Institutions and Risk Management (FIN 5317):
Fundamental to the financial health and prosperity of financial institutions is the identification, measurement, pricing and management of key risks. The purpose of this course is to expose students to the key risks facing bank managers and the modern techniques for measuring, pricing and managing those risks.
Real Estate Investments (REE 5305):
This course introduces students to the procedures and analytical methods used to evaluate real estate markets and project-specific investments. The course focuses on the topic of real estate investment analysis primarily from the private (equity) investor’s perspective.
Derivatives & Risk Management (FIN 5537):
Issues related to the pricing and application of futures, swaps, and options are explored. Emphasis is placed on different methods used to value derivative securities and how derivatives are used to hedge macroeconomic and firm specific risks. Real-world examples of derivative use are examined in the context of how they impact on firm value.
Investment Banking (FIN 5935r):
This course focuses on the management of investment banking firms, with emphasis on the primary activities of such firms. A blend of theory and practical application is utilized to explore such topics as strategic corporate advice, security issuance, risk management, initial public offerings, and corporate restructuring issues including mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.
Multinational Financial Management (FIN 5605):
This course provides students with a much deeper and broader understanding of international financial markets. Major topics addressed include the exchange rate system, interest rate parity, purchasing power parity, managing real exchange rate risk, political and country risk, and foreign currency derivatives. Cases and Class Discussions will be utilized, with emphasis on real world applications where feasible.
Professional Development Series (FIN 5917R):
Consists primarily of participating in a variety of speaker series, including the Finance Department's academically oriented SunTrust Visiting Lecturer Series and Internal Research Workshop, as well as speakers brought in especially for MSF students. Occasional meetings that focus on other aspects of professional development such as interviewing skills, business ethics, communication skills, working in groups, etc. will also be a part of this series
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