About this course: Learn the general concepts of financial markets and economy. You will see the difference between primary and secondary markets and learn about markets for different products. You will also look at various economic Indicators and their influence on the markets. After completing this course, you will have a much stronger background of financial markets and ready to go to the next stage in the Specialization. This course is designed to help students with very little or no finance background to learn the basics of investments.
Created by: Indian School of Business
Taught by: Vaidya Nathan, Lecturer
Finance
| Basic Info |
Course 1 of 5 in the
Financial Markets and Investment Strategy Specialization.
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| Level | Beginner |
| Commitment | 4 weeks of study, 2-3 hours/week |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Equity Markets
In this module you will be introduced to equity markets and trading in equity markets.
11 videos
Graded: Quiz 1
WEEK 2
Currency Markets
In this module you will be exposed to currency markets and different currencies traded in these markets. The they are given a brief overview on how to trade in the currency markets.
12 videos
Graded: Quiz 2
WEEK 3
Fixed Income Markets
In this module you will be exposed to the fixed income markets. Various types of fixed income securities available in the market are discussed. Learners are also taught the bond terminology.
7 videos
Graded: Quiz 3
WEEK 4
Macroeconomic Fundamentals
This module focuses on key economic indicators that are monitored closely by the finance community. You will learn to examine these economic indicators in the context of business cycles.
12 videos
Graded: Quiz 4
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The Indian School of Business has successfully put India on the global map of management education by nurturing young leaders with an understanding of developing economies and the society at large. Through innovations in curricula and pedagogy to reflect the shifting business landscape, the ISB is committed to providing the best venue for management education to meet the growing need to develop young leaders who can manage global challenges.
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Excellent course!! Excellent professor!! Keep it up!!
It is a very good course for people interested in the field of finance
The course was simply exceptional.
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It was very informational and I would recommend it to others.