Understanding Financial Markets
Master financial markets: stocks, bonds, and alternative investments. Understand market dynamics, investment strategies, and portfolio management.
Master financial markets: stocks, bonds, and alternative investments. Understand market dynamics, investment strategies, and portfolio management.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Investment Management Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Understand how stock and bond prices are determined
Analyze risk and return in different financial markets
Evaluate alternative investments like gold and real estate
Comprehend central bank policies and their market impact
Assess investment opportunities across various asset classes
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
6.4 Hours PreRecorded video
3 quizzes, 1 assignment
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores the fundamentals of financial markets and their connection to the economy. Students learn about various market types including stocks, bonds, currencies, and alternative investments like gold and real estate. The curriculum covers price computation, risk assessment, portfolio efficiency, and the impact of central bank policies. Through practical examples and insights from UBS professionals, learners develop a solid understanding of global financial markets and their practical applications in investment management.
General Introduction and Key Concepts
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Major Financial Markets
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Other Financial Markets
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Financial Markets and the Economy
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructors
Emerging Expert in Wealth Management
Jonas Demaurex is a Teaching Assistant at the University of Geneva, where he recently earned a master's degree in Wealth Management. His academic focus is on asset pricing and portfolio management, reflecting his keen interest in the intricacies of financial markets. Jonas is dedicated to understanding how various factors influence investment strategies and the management of financial assets.
Leading Expert in Finance and Governance
Rajna Gibson Brandon is the SFI Senior Chaired Professor of Finance at the University of Geneva and the Managing Director of the Geneva Finance Research Institute (GFRI). She holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Geneva and has extensive research interests that include experimental finance, asset pricing, and corporate governance. Her professional background also includes serving as a banking regulator with the former EBK and as a member of the Swiss Takeover Panel, which enriches her academic perspective with practical insights from the financial industry.
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