Study Guide

Objective

On completion of the course the student will have a basic understanding of Derivatives. The student will be able to find and use information from the derivatives markets. Student will be able to construct investment strategies and will be able to calculate stock option prices using valuation models. The student will have an understanding of the role of derivatives in managing financial risks.

Content

- Basic derivative theory
- The derivatives market
- Pricing stock options
- Option strategies

Location and time

Lectures are held at the Myyrmäki campus.
Tuition in Finnish.

Materials

Niskanen & Niskanen: Yritysrahoitus, Wsoy, luku 9
Opi Optiot, itseopiskelumateriaali.
Other material.

Teaching methods

Lectures, exercises in class, homework and final exam.

Exam schedules

Kurssitentti 29.4.2021 kampuksella.

Completion alternatives

Mandatory attendance at the two first lectures.

Student workload

Kurssi on 5 op:n kurssi = 130 opiskelutuntia

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of business and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student is able to analyze the business sector expertise and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assignments 30%
Exam 70%

Prerequisites

Business Accounting and Corporate Finance or equivalent competences