2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
    Dec 07, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

FIN 6130 - Derivatives



Credit Hour(s): 3

Course Description: The course will deal with (a) the structure and operation of derivative markets (options, forward contracts, futures, swaps and other derivatives), (b) the valuation of derivatives, (c) hedging using derivatives, and (d) applications of derivatives in the areas of risk management, portfolio insurance, and financial engineering.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate level MBA 5300 Minimum Grade of C or MBA 5300 Waiver 100

Enrollment Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following levels: Graduate, Medical, Professional. Must be enrolled in one of the following degrees: Master of Business Admin.

Course Level: Graduate
Schedule Type(s): Lecture
Course Attribute(s): Department Approval Required
Grade Mode: Standard