RISK MANAGEMENT AND DERIVATIVES
OVERVIEW
This course examines current techniques for measuring and managing the financial risk faced by corporate and financial institutions, with an emphasis on the practical use of derivative financial products such as forwards, futures, swaps and options to manage risk.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of the following units, you will be able to:
- Recognise the role of derivatives in financial risk management.
- Discover the fundamental principles of derivatives valuation and its application in managing risks.
- Evaluate alternative risk management strategies and tactics.
- Encourage peer learning, peer support and collaborative work in implementing appropriate risk management solutions for corporate risk scenarios.
LECTURE CONTENTS
In a world of uncertainty, the ability to quantify and manage risk
defines real financial intelligence.