Finance

An introductory study of a specific topic in Finance. Intended for freshmen and sophomores, or for students with little or no background in the subject. The student may repeat the course, but not the same topic.

An examination of the topics of traditional financial management, with an emphasis on working capital management, short-term financing, leverage, capital structure, and discounted cash flow techniques.

A study of the financial institutions of our society, such as banks, stock and bond markets, and the Federal Reserve. The function of financial intermediaries and regulatory agencies is covered, as well as portfolio and capital market theory.

This course involves the study of international financial markets including exchange rate determination, exchange rate risk management and currency derivatives. The topics it will cover include: international taxation, trade agreements, and foreign investments.

This course provides a solid foundation in investment and securities analysis. Topics covered in this course include elements of investments, portfolio theory, debt securities, equities, security analysis, derivative markets, investment processes, behavioral finance, and technical analysis. Students learn how to generate their own investment strategies using Exchange Traded Funds ("ETFs").

In this course, students learn to obtain and organize financial data and conduct financial analysis such as discounted cash flow analysis, risk analysis and financial forecasting. Sources of data include web-based sources and proprietary databases. Excel will be the main software tool.

Money and banking emphasizes the financial system, financial institutions, central banks, monetary policy and financial stability. The course studies the role that money and interest rates play in the operation of the U.S. economy. The aim is to give students an overview of the U.S. financial system, and an understanding of the theory and practice of monetary policy. The course looks at the changing local, national and the global financial environment and the influence of monetary policy on interest rates, prices and the overall level of economic activity.

An in-depth, self-directed study for Junior- or Senior- level students under the guidance of a sponsoring faculty member on a planned topic that is not covered by an existing Keuka College course.

An advanced study of a specific topic in Finance. Intended for juniors and seniors or for students with an appropriate background in the subject. The student may repeat the course, but not the same topic.