FIN8103 Investment Management Strategies (FOBUS)

Units 1.0 (Investment and Securities) Band 3A

Recommended Pre-requisite: FIN8102. Students are required to have access to a personal computer, e-mail capabilities and Internet access to USQConnect. Current details of computer requirements can be found at <http://www.usq.edu.au/business/aboutfob.htm>.

Synopsis

Improved information technology, developments in quantitative techniques and financial innovation have all contributed to the need for management to apply a strategic approach to investment management. This course introduces students to theoretical and applied techniques used in the areas of security valuation, portfolio selection, asset allocation and portfolio evaluation. Examples will involve portfolios comprising equity, debt, derivative and foreign assets.