FIN 8501

Derivatives

Governors State University · Fall 2026

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Covers the theory and practice of derivatives. Explains pricing, hedging, markets and institutions, and the regulatory environment of derivatives. Emphasizes financial and real options, forward and futures contracts, equity and index derivatives, foreign currency, commodity, and interest rate derivatives, swaps, and the recent expansion into trading of exotic options. Incorporates risk into the management of derivatives. Studies the organized and over-the-counter derivative markets and regulations.

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9 openSeats: 13/30 seats Last recorded: Jul 30, 2026, 2:57 PM
Class #79617Fall 20263 credits
9 available13 enrolled30 capacity0 waitlist
Days & times
Mo · 7:30 – 10:20 PM
Meeting dates
Aug 31 – Dec 13
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Instructor
Williams, M
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