What are the key concepts covered in each MicroMasters Program in Finance course?

Here are the key concepts covered in each MicroMasters Program in Finance course:

1. Foundations of Modern Finance I: This course introduces the fundamentals of modern finance and their applications to business challenges. Key concepts include valuation, investments, and corporate financial decisions under a unified framework.

2. Foundations of Modern Finance II: Building upon the concepts introduced in the first course, this second part focuses on making financial decisions in business and personal planning. Key concepts covered include valuation models, methods for risk analysis, derivative instruments, and investment management.

3. Financial Accounting: This course teaches learners how to read financial statements and use them to make better corporate financial decisions. Topics covered include financial statement analysis, revenue recognition, asset valuation, and financial reporting standards.

4. Mathematical Methods for Quantitative Finance: This course covers the mathematical foundations essential for financial engineering and quantitative finance. Key concepts include linear algebra, optimization, probability, stochastic processes, statistics, and applied computational techniques in R.

5. Derivatives Markets: Advanced Modeling & Strategies: This course helps learners develop a sophisticated understanding of valuation methods, tools for quantifying and managing risk, and strategies for derivatives markets. Topics covered include option pricing models, risk management techniques, and an introduction to major markets and instruments.

These courses are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of finance and its applications in various domains. By covering these key concepts, learners gain a solid foundation in modern finance principles and techniques, enabling them to make informed financial decisions and analyze complex financial situations. Additional information about each course can be found here.