Intro To Financial Mathematics

Catalog description

P or C: MA 16600, 22800, or 23000 with grade of C- or better. A mathematical treatment of some of the fundamental concepts of financial mathematics and their application to business situations and basic risk management. Includes discussions of interest rates, discount rates, annuity valuation, bond valuation, cash flow valuation, spot rates, forward rates, Macaulay duration, modified duration, convexity, immunization, and asset-liability management. Provides preparation for the SOA/CAS Actuarial Exam FM/2.