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Finance for Everyone: Markets

McMaster University

Join McMaster University's "Finance for Everyone: Markets" course to explore the pivotal role of interest rates in determining the value of assets. Delve into the impact of interest rates on consumption, investment, and economic growth, and gain insights into the bond and stock markets. Understand equity pricing models and derivative securities, while uncovering the influence of financial markets on policy, politics, and power. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to teach essential financial concepts and provide valuable advice on financial products and transactions.

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Finance for Everyone: Markets
Course Modules

Delve into "Finance for Everyone: Markets" in this comprehensive course that covers topics such as interest rates, bonds, stocks, and derivative securities. Gain insights into the impact of financial markets on policy, politics, and power, and develop the ability to teach and translate important financial concepts.

Week 1: Welcome & Interest Rates

Week 1: Welcome & Interest Rates

  • Gain insight into the pivotal role of interest rates in the financial system
  • Explore the changing influence of interest rates and their impact on consumption, investment, and economic growth
  • Understand the value of financial instruments and the role of bond and stock markets
  • Learn about equity pricing models and derivative securities

Week 2: Bonds

Week 2: Bonds

  • Delve into the world of bonds and understand their pricing and impact on the financial system
  • Explore the market dynamics and the role of bonds in influencing economic growth
  • Gain insights into negative interest rates and their implications

Week 3: Stocks

Week 3: Stocks

  • Understand the dynamics of stock markets and their impact on global economies
  • Explore the turbulence in stock markets and their role in shaping economic trends
  • Gain insights into the power of stocks and their influence on policy and politics

Week 4: Deriviates & Course Presentation

Week 4: Derivatives & Course Presentation

  • Learn about derivative securities and their role in the financial system
  • Understand the implications of derivative securities on economic policies and global markets
  • Develop the ability to teach and translate financial concepts and transactions
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