Finance 445545 Fall 2016 Financial Management

Finance 445545 Fall 2016financial Management

Provide a comprehensive analysis of the course "Financial Management" offered in Fall 2016, including details about the course goals, policies, grading system, prerequisites, exam formats, disability accommodations, discrimination policies, grading criteria, and the sequence of topics covered. Summarize the essential information a student would need to understand the scope, structure, and expectations of the course.

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The course "Financial Management" during Fall 2016 at New Mexico State University (NMSU) was designed to enhance students' understanding of bonds and fixed-income securities. Led by Professor Hari Sankaran, the course aimed to equip students with skills to analyze bond yields, estimate yield curves, assess term structures, and identify mispriced treasuries. It also provided insights into the institutional framework of fixed income markets to support informed portfolio management decisions.

The course stipulated clear prerequisites, with undergraduate students required to have completed Finance 341 or an equivalent, and graduate students expected to have completed Fin 503 or an equivalent course. The instructional content spanned a sequence of topics including bond pricing and yields, repurchase agreements, auctions, bond mathematics, yield curve estimation, and advanced derivatives such as Eurodollar futures, interest rate swaps, and credit default swaps.

Assessment components consisted of two exams, a project, homework assignments, and a final exam. Each exam was scheduled for a two-hour period, with costs associated with proctoring through ProctorU. The mid-term exam was to be held on time; missing it resulted in the midterm's weight being shifted to the final exam, which then covered all course content. Students with disabilities were supported under Section 504 and the ADA, with accommodations managed confidentially through the Student Accessibility Services.

The university’s policies emphasized non-discrimination based on various protected categories, including age, race, gender, and disability, in accordance with federal laws such as Title IX. Student grades were typically available shortly after submission, with provisions for incomplete grades under documented circumstances. Academic integrity was strictly enforced to prevent plagiarism, with resources available through the NMSU Library to promote proper attribution of work.

The grading system allocated 40% to homework, 30% to the midterm, and 30% to the final exam for undergraduates; graduate students had different weightings, including a project component. Letter grades corresponded to standard academic scales. For graduate students, additional differentiated assignments and projects were mandated, along with specific topics announced during the course.

This course structure provided students with theoretical foundations, practical skills, and an understanding of financial instruments vital for careers in financial analysis, investment management, and related fields. The comprehensive curriculum and policies aimed to ensure academic rigor, fairness, and accessibility, equipping students with the skills necessary for success in complex financial environments.

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