Lecture notes on practical examples of using stochastic optimization in financial risk management
Lecture notes on the process of developing stochastic models, part 1
Lecture notes for modelling stochastic processes, part 2
Stock market mutual funds offer investors diversified stock market portfolios, but there are several types. Actively managed funds attempt to “beat” the market by using research, forecasts, and judgment to pick stocks with the best growth prospects. Passively managed funds attempt to replicate the market by buying a representative sample of the stocks on a specific stock market index. Which to choose? The April 2016 issue of Page One Economics explains the efficient market hypothesis and how it might influence your investment decisions.
Students read descriptions of common places to store their money and weigh the benefits and risks of each to decide which one(s) fit their financial goals.
The Claremont Colleges Open Education advocacy guide for student leaders
Short Description:
For students, the high cost of educational resources and textbooks can be a serious obstacle to the accessibility and affordability of a post-secondary education. For instructors, traditional educational resources may also present a barrier to innovation in teaching and curriculum design. Fortunately, open educational resources (OER) provide a viable solution to both these issues. OER can be accessed for free online or printed at a fraction of the cost of a traditional textbook, and can be edited to better fit the curricular or pedagogical goals of an instructor.
Long Description:
The high cost of educational resources and textbooks create a serious obstacle to the accessibility and affordability of a post-secondary education. Traditional educational resources also present barriers to innovation in pedagogy and curriculum design. Fortunately, open educational resources (OER) are a viable solution to both these problems, since they can be accessed for free online or printed at a fraction of the cost of a traditional textbook and can be edited to better fit the curricular or pedagogical goals of an instructor.
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This lesson is divided into two student readings. The first reading compares the scope of the present student debt crisis with the past and discusses what has changed. The second reading explores some proposals for dealing with the student debt crisis. Discussion questions aimed at getting students to think critically about the student debt problem and its possible solutions follow each reading.
Students will be able to
Understand the rising national trends in student debt
Compare federal and private loans and explain what it means to take out each type of loan
Identify various strategies they can use to be a responsible borrower
Analyze three student profiles to determine the best course of action to take for their student loans
This lesson gives a brief overview of taxes. The powerpoint has links for additional information, a link for an online quiz, and a video. There is a crossword, key, and a word bank.
Now more than ever, it’s essential that young people know how to use credit cards wisely and manage their debt, before they learn the hard way. This video features Lauren Popkoff, a teacher at Brooklyn College Academy in Brooklyn, New York. As Lauren lifts the veil off of credit, she outlines a lesson she teaches her high school students to arm them with the knowledge they need to make wise financial decisions. In this lesson, Lauren presents the advantages and disadvantages of credit, compares credit card offers with her students, discusses ways to establish credit, and highlights the credit card act of 2009.
The money multiplier has been a standard concept in introductory economics classes for decades, but changes in the way the Fed implements monetary policy has made the model obsolete. This issue provides information about the linkages between the Fed and the banking system and provides teaching suggestions.
Willow Tufano is only 14, but she's already accomplished something many adults dream of. She's a homeowner! She got her start selling things she found on Craigslist and worked her way up to being able to buy a house! Watch her story here.
Understanding saving, investments and retirement can sometimes be a challenge to young people when their immediate needs and wants easily outweigh long-term financial planning. Riza Laudin, an economics teacher at Herricks High School in Long Island, New York, helps students make personal connections to the benefits of saving early through a lesson on the time value of money. In this lesson, Ana begins saving at age 22 for twelve years, while Shawn saves from ages 34 to 65. Students are challenged to predict who was the better saver. Understanding and applying the principles of compound interest, students learn a new strategy for saving and begin to contemplate their own financial futures.
This lesson covers the topic of Time Value of Money and prepares students for lessons on simple interest loans (operating notes and lines of credit) and amortized loans. It introduces the ideas of present and future values, compounding and discounting, payements and time periods. It uses Microsoft Excel extensively as an aid for problem calculations.
This lecture introduces the time value of money concept. It discusses the present value of a cash flow and how to discount it, the future value of a cash flow and how to compound it. Finally, it discusses three rules for valuing cash flows.
This is a solver for problems involving the time value of money (TVM). It emulates the TVM solver on the TI-83+ and TI-84 graphing calculators. Updated 6 November 2011 to work correctly when I% = 0.
Choosing a job or career can be daunting because there are so many factors to consider. Most of the time, we compare the costs of getting a job, such as how much schooling it requires, how difficult the application is, etc., against just one benefit—the salary. In this article, we move beyond the pay and introduce several tangible and intangible benefits to consider when selecting a job.
Course Description:
“Trading for Beginners – Full Guide 2024” is a comprehensive online course designed to equip beginners with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to navigate the financial markets confidently. Whether you are completely new to trading or seeking to enhance your understanding, this course provides a structured learning path covering essential concepts, strategies, and risk management techniques.
Course Duration:
No Time Limited (Self-paced learning)
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will:
Understand the Basics:
Comprehend the fundamental concepts and terminologies in the world of trading.
Navigate Financial Markets:
Gain insights into various financial markets, including stocks, forex, and commodities.
Setup and Manage Trading Accounts:
Learn how to choose a reliable broker, understand account types, and set up a trading account.
Analyze Markets:
Develop skills in both fundamental and technical analysis for informed decision-making.
Implement Risk Management:
Grasp the importance of risk management and apply practical strategies to mitigate risks.
Develop Trading Plans:
Create personalized trading plans, set goals, and establish effective daily/weekly routines.
Explore Trading Strategies:
Understand different trading styles and explore trend-following and contrarian strategies.
Master Practical Trading Tips:
Manage emotions, stay updated with market news, and learn from common trading mistakes.
Access Resources and Tools:
Explore recommended books, online courses, forums, and essential software tools for traders.
Target Audience:
- Beginners with little to no prior experience in trading.
- Individuals seeking a solid foundation in financial markets and trading strategies.
U.S. taxpayers expect the government to be a careful steward of taxpayer money. The October 2017 issue of Page One Economics: Focus on Finance explains how the Treasury Offset Program recovers taxpayer money from people who have received government benefits in error or by fraud and also recovers delinquent child support.
Unit with lessons about credit, credit cards, loans, mortgages, and predatory lending.