Financial Markets
Discover how financial markets function through expert analysis of risk management, behavioral factors, and fundamental banking principles.
Discover how financial markets function through expert analysis of risk management, behavioral factors, and fundamental banking principles.
This course, taught by renowned economist Robert Shiller, provides a comprehensive overview of financial markets. It covers key concepts in risk management, behavioral finance, securities, insurance, and banking industries. Designed for beginners, the course explores the ideas, methods, and institutions that allow human society to manage risks and foster enterprise. Topics include CAPM, behavioral finance, forecasting, debt, inflation, stocks, bonds, real estate, regulation, and innovation in financial markets. The course emphasizes developing financially-savvy leadership skills and understanding the real-world functioning of financial industries. It aims to equip learners with knowledge to use these industries effectively towards building a better society.
4.8
(28,546 ratings)
20,27,048 already enrolled
Instructors:
English
پښتو, বাংলা, اردو, 3 more
Powered by
What you'll learn
Understand the fundamentals of risk management and insurance
Apply the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to investment decisions
Analyze behavioral finance principles and their impact on markets
Evaluate stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments
Understand mortgage markets and real estate finance
Explore financial regulations and their effects on markets
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
30 Hours PreRecorded video
25 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate
Closed caption
Get a Completion Certificate
Share your certificate with prospective employers and your professional network on LinkedIn.
Created by
Provided by
Top companies offer this course to their employees
Top companies provide this course to enhance their employees' skills, ensuring they excel in handling complex projects and drive organizational success.
There are 7 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to financial markets, covering a wide range of topics from basic concepts to advanced financial instruments. Over seven modules, students explore risk management, insurance, CAPM, behavioral finance, stocks, bonds, real estate, regulation, and innovation in financial markets. The curriculum includes lectures on historical context, current practices, and future prospects of financial industries. Key areas of focus include the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), efficient market hypothesis, behavioral finance principles, mortgage markets, derivatives, and investment banking. Throughout the course, Professor Shiller emphasizes the role of finance in fostering enterprise and managing societal risks, while also discussing ethical considerations and the potential for finance to contribute to a better society.
Module 1
Module 1 · 5 Hours to complete
Module 2
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Module 3
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Module 4
Module 4 · 6 Hours to complete
Module 5
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
Module 6
Module 6 · 4 Hours to complete
Module 7
Module 7 · 4 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financial Aid
Instructor
Sterling Professor of Economics at Yale University
Robert J. Shiller is a renowned economist and Sterling Professor of Economics at Yale University, where he also serves as a Professor of Finance and Fellow at the International Center for Finance at the Yale School of Management. He earned his B.A. from the University of Michigan in 1967 and his Ph.D. in economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1972. Shiller is widely recognized for his contributions to financial markets, behavioral economics, macroeconomics, and real estate, and he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2013 for his empirical analysis of asset prices.Shiller has authored several influential books, including Irrational Exuberance, which analyzes speculative bubbles, and Finance and the Good Society, which discusses the role of finance in modern society. He is also known for developing the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, which are crucial for understanding real estate market trends. In addition to his academic work, he writes a regular column for Project Syndicate and The New York Times, sharing insights on economic issues and financial markets.
Testimonials
Testimonials and success stories are a testament to the quality of this program and its impact on your career and learning journey. Be the first to help others make an informed decision by sharing your review of the course.
4.8 course rating
28,546 ratings
Frequently asked questions
Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about this course. We aim to provide clear and concise answers to help you better understand the course content, structure, and any other relevant information. If you have any additional questions or if your question is not listed here, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team for further assistance.