FIN 328 - Financial Markets and Institutions

This course covers financial markets and institutions, with particular emphasis on bank management issues. An overview of the money, bond, stock, commodity, and currency markets and how the Federal Reserve, through the banking system, influences these markets is presented. The determination and management of interest rates and their impact on financial markets and financial asset prices are covered. The underlying systemic causes of financial crises, as well as their impact on financial markets and institutions, is covered. The international financial system is covered with particular emphasis on the role that foreign central banks play in influencing the world’s financial markets. Students with credit for FIN 399 Financial Institutions and Markets or ECO 310 Money and Banking, may not enroll. Non School of Business students please see enrollment policy for eligibility.

Prerequisite(s): FIN 320 (C or higher), junior standing.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Limited
Course Type: Accounting and Finance