BUFN 682 - Quantitative Methods for Finance

Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the quantitative methods and techniques used in financial analysis and investment decision making. This course explores in greater depth the key quantitative techniques and their application to problems in the finance and investment environment. Upon completion of this course, students will gain hands-on experience in quantitative analysis and develop the skills necessary to use quantitative methods in financial decision making. Considerable attention is paid to the quantitative topics covered in the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Financial Risk Manager (FRM) exam.
Prerequisite(s): Student must be enrolled in the Finance, MS program or a doctoral program.