Financial Markets - Introduction to Risk Management and Behavioral Finance Principles

Explore the fundamental concepts of financial markets through this comprehensive university course that examines how human society manages risks and fosters enterprise. Learn about risk management principles, behavioral finance, and the functioning of securities, insurance, and banking industries while analyzing current practices and future prospects. Study portfolio diversification, efficient markets theory, debt and leverage cycles, corporate stocks, and real estate investments. Delve into behavioral finance and psychology's role in financial decision-making, examine financial crises and regulation, and understand the operations of banks, investment banks, and professional money managers. Discover forward and futures markets, options trading, monetary policy, and the roles of exchanges, brokers, and clearinghouses. Gain insights from guest speakers including renowned experts David Swensen, Maurice "Hank" Greenberg, and Laura Cha. Conclude by exploring public and non-profit finance while finding your purpose within the world of financial capitalism.