EC - 336 Financial Markets and Institutions

Credits: 3

Cross-listed with FN 336.

Examines the economics of financial markets and the management of financial institutions both domestic and international. Topics include the determination of asset prices, the risk and term-structure of interest rates, foreign exchange market, capital and money markets, role of the Federal Reserve and how monetary policy affects interest rates and the overall economy. Current developments in the financial system are emphasized.

Prerequisite(s): EC 209 and EC 220