Computer Science, Mathematics, And Economics

Week 1 – Introduction – Financial Accounting (Review) Week 2 – Financial Markets and Net Present Value Week 3 – Present Value Concepts Week 4 – Bond Valuation and Term Structure Theory Week 5 – Valuation of Stocks Week 6 – Risk and Return – Problem Set #1 Due Week 7* – Midterm (Tuesday*) Week 8 - Portfolio Theory Week 9 – Capital Asset Pricing Model Week 10 – Arbitrage Pricing Theory Week 11 – Operation and Efficiency of Capital Markets Week 12 – Course Review – Problem Set #2 Due

At the University of Florida (UF) I am studying Political Science and Finance because I have an immense passion for understanding politics, law, and the money system. My passion for public policy and economics has motivated me to pursue a rigorous course of study, one that will enable me to obtain a dual major in these academic disciplines, both of which are central to modern adult life. The financial and political worlds are intimately intertwined, intersecting along many nodes throughout one’s lifetime that not only affect me currently as a student, but also influence my decisions concerning postgraduate academic pursuits and professional options as I enter the workforce. A disciplined approach I have to my studies will lead me to have

Investment analysis is said to be psychological in various aspects. The irregularity observed in financial markets in recent times has yet again brought to question the practical application of traditional financial theory and the Efficient Market Hypothesis. There is therefore the need to put this base of accepted finance theory under scrutiny. The foundation of one of the broadly examined problems with traditional financial theory is the effect of psychological influences on individuals’ behavior towards investment. According to Slovic (1972), Daniel, Hirshleifer ,Subrahmanyam (1998) and Hilton (2001), they believe that financial markets are functioning at a rapid and increasingly cut throat environment and have been transformed in several ways, one of which is technological. The growing rate of technology has had an immense effect on trading and investment. Technology has aided in allowing information to be easily accessible to investors, but there has been little focus on the issue of interpreting the information skillfully. It is important to note that the appropriate use of information is a crucial part in making investment decisions.

Throughout my entire life, I have always been one to constantly push myself and pursue new challenges. In high school, I excelled academically while also being a three-sport athlete, a member of the National Honor Society, and held an active presence in my community. In the classroom, for as long as I can remember, I’ve been intellectually curious and fascinated with solving problems through quantitative reasoning. The desire to continue my education in a quantitative field and gain important soft skills, while also boasting the ability to be involved in many extracurriculars led me to pursue a degree in economics from DePauw University. In a constantly changing industry such as finance, it is imperative that one is able to adapt quickly and think outside of the box, and DePauw has prepared me to do just that. I

Before my introduction to the world of finance, I had relatively little understanding of how the market works and how it affects the global economy. So for my financial algebra class, I had to complete a financial portfolio and follow a stock of my choice and report on it. I learned how to interpret stock tickers and 5 day SMA’s in order to aid in my reports and be able to provide a thorough analysis of what was going with the stock I was following, Samsung Electronics. From that point forth I could adequately predict how certain events could be favorable or detrimental to a stock and be able to communicate that analysis in a report. Furthermore, I then had to summarize what had happened during that week and give a type of forecast as for whether or not it would be best to sell or invest in the stock I was tracking. By the end of the project, I gained a more comprehensive understanding of the inner workings of the world of finance and the role it plays worldwide. Thus making me a more versatile and globally prepared citizen, adequately prepared to tackle the world's problems from a new angle: the world of

Along with the presence that Wall Street as a whole has on universities, the investment bankers themselves influence undergraduates as well. To Ho, being “consumption-oriented” means that to be the best, you have to look and act the best. Wall Streeters are in fact labeled as “‘the best,’ ‘the greatest,’ and ‘the brightest’” (Ho 167). With all their wealth as individuals and as a company, Alice Easton and Ian Shapira claim that “the ‘vigorous college recruiting

I gained a better understanding of the financial system while working at Morgan Stanley, but more importantly, I discovered that I enjoyed working with companies and thinking about the business issues they face. I started in the Equity Capital Markets Group in New York, where I helped corporate clients navigate the equity issuance process. It was a high-volume desk, and I was quickly exposed to a wide variety of companies and business models—perfect for a newly minted liberal arts graduate. However, I soon found myself wanting to work with these companies on more than just equity

At work I learned the true value of a first class education and the need to select the right institution for my first degree. I want to attend the New Jersey Institute of Technology because it is reputed to be one of the best universities in New Jersey. My ambition is to be a Financial Analyst, and I believe the New Jersey Institute of Technology is the best place to acquire the knowledge I need for a successful start in that career. While I am confident that I will successfully complete my Associate Degree in Business Administration at the County College of Morris, a Bachelor’s Degree from New Jersey Institute of Technology will increase my earning power by many folds over my career. After this, I will pursue my Master's in Business Administration at Columbia University in New

As a junior economics and communications student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, I have acquired skills in finance, HR, business analytics, and sales. Currently I hold a 3.43 GPA and have been recognized for my academic accomplishments. While in the college of Liberal Arts & Sciences I have strategically focused my coursework in the following areas:

I believed financial sector is one of the fastest growing and most influential elements in our modern society and economy. Financial professionals help companies and organizations stay on top of their own finances, which is a top priority in the wake of the recession. The growing of financial services in the world has brought massive opportunities to utilize newer principles, methodologies, tools and practices in the field of finance. It is this challenging field in which I would like to gain expertise.

The purpose of The Stock Market Game is to help students experience firsthand the unpredictable reality of the stock market without risking actual money as well as the consequences of a failed investment. Through this wonderful resource, students are supplied an equity of $100,000 and provided the liberty to make their own decisions by performing a variety of trades such as buying and selling stocks in real time, just as they would in the real world. This game engages students of all ages in the vast world of finance, therefore providing them with an opportunity for a financially successful and independent

When I first set foot on the floor of the NYSE, the atmosphere overwhelmed me. More importantly, I stumbled upon a broker who began explaining the strange numbers and symbols on each screen. I recollect him describing dividends, IPO’s, stock splits, and the differences between bear and bull markets. Prior to that conversation, I realized what I desired to do with the rest of my life. As I have grown older, I have made strides toward achieving my dream. Investopedia.com has enabled me to play the stock market as a simulator game in which I

This document is authorized for use only by Yen Ting Chen in FInancial Markets and Institutions taught by Nawal Ahmed Boston University from September 2014 to December 2014.

Finance is the appropriate area of study for me not only because of my enthusiasm for the material, but also because of how perfectly the coursework employs my aptitude for logical reasoning, organization, and mathematics. My placement in multivariable calculus serves as verification of my strength in mathematics. By employing my various skills and interests, the field of finance fully utilizes my potential, thereby yielding the most personal and academic success.

The important implication of this is that investors cannot consistently outperform the market, and if they do it is purely through luck. With competition for information reaching new heights, professional managers face greater difficulties in attempting to outperform each other. If these professionals are unable to consistently beat the market, there remains little hope for the average investor.