Course Description

This course covers the modern techniques of financial risk management. It introduces students to the tools and techniques used in managing financial risk. The course will involve a detailed examination of market risk, liquidity risk, credit risk, and operational risk. Applied issues such as risk management in financial institutions and in emerging markets will also be discussed. This course is important for students who are interested in risk management in both financial and non-financial corporations, as well as not-for-profit organizations.