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BADM 742

Research Methods of Finance

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelGraduate
Average gradeA
Standard

Overview

Description

Application of mathematical problem solving/statistical analysis to financial decision making and evaluation processes. Topics: regression models, univariate calculus, probability theory/distributions, and portfolio modeling.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • Admittance to Business Administration, Accountancy, or Finance graduate program.
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Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): Admittance to Business Administration, Accountancy, or Finance graduate program.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Spring

Terms

spring

Restrictions

Admittance to Business Administration, Accountancy, or Finance graduate program.

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • demonstrate understanding of the statistical theories and methods for analyzing financial instruments and financial markets.
  • demonstrate how to perform investment analysis by using financial databases such as CRSP and Compustat.
  • apply statistical analysis packages such as SAS in managing and analyzing financial data.