A Selber Jr on Distressed Debt

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the broader field of alternative investing through an in-depth analysis of distressed debt investment opportunities. As part of the course, students will study a variety of applied case studies as well as relevant academic research papers on the subject. Leading practitioners in the alternative investment industry will visit the class as guest lecturers and mentors as students build their foundation of knowledge. Ultimately, students will work in teams to develop a pitch book that will analyze a distressed company and “pitch” an idea for investment in that company’s debt and/or equity through a variety of strategies that will be discussed during the course. Note: Students must apply for enrollment in this course.