Timeroom: Spring 2024

Durham Paul College of Business&Econ :: Finance

FIN 710 (01) - Big Data in Finance

Big Data in Finance

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 30
CRN: 53644

This course serves as an introduction to many aspects of big data utilization, specifically as it applies to finance. Topics typically include high frequency trading, stock market anomalies, data management, fintech innovations, and safety and ethics when working with big data. Programming languages common to finance, such as Stata, SAS, and Python, are learned and used to analyze and manipulate data.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): FIN 702

Equivalent(s): ACFI 710

Cross listed with : ACFI 810.01

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Only listed colleges in section: Paul College of Business&Econ

Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior

Instructors: Svetlana Petrova

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	MW	11:10am - 12:30pm	PBLANE 216

Durham Paul College of Business&Econ :: Finance

FIN 711 (01) - Investment Banking

Investment Banking

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 15
CRN: 54756

This course explores several areas of investment banking. Investment bankers play a critical role in financial markets. Among their many roles, they provide advisory services to firms, help raise capital, and assist with complex financial transactions such as mergers and acquisitions. Course topics typically include company strategy, valuation, initial public offerings (IPOs), leveraged buyouts (LBOs), and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Students cannot earn credit for the course after taking FIN 720 as Investment Banking.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): ADMN 570 with minimum grade of C-

Cross listed with : ACFI 811.01

Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior

Only listed majors in section: BUSADM:FINANCE

Instructors: Paul Gilson

	Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
	1/23/2024	5/6/2024	M	5:10pm - 8:00pm	HS 108
Final Exam	5/13/2024	5/13/2024	M	6:00pm - 8:00pm	HS 108

Durham Paul College of Business&Econ :: Finance

FIN 720 (01) - Topics in Finance II

Top/FinCorpSocResp&Environ

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 30
CRN: 56822

Special topics, vary by semester.

Section Comments: Title: The Finance of Corporate Social Responsibility & Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance Investing

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): ADMN 570 with minimum grade of C-

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior

Only listed majors in section: BUSADM:FINANCE

Instructors: Richard Kilbride

	Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
	1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	2:10pm - 3:30pm	PCBE 235
Final Exam	5/10/2024	5/10/2024	F	3:30pm - 5:30pm	PCBE 115

Additional Course Details:

The course seeks to explore what finance says about the increased focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR) and how investment analysis addresses a growing emphasis on environmental, social & corporate governance (ESG) objectives. We study how mandates towards people and planet are integrated into financial models and the management of firms, including what this means about corporate financial objectives, particularly firm responsibilities to a wide variety of “stakeholders”. And we investigate how investors determine and then act on ESG goals. These fields are topical but underexamined and poorly understood. Prereq: FIN 701, Fin Policy and FIN 702, Investment Analysis; or instructor permission.

Durham Paul College of Business&Econ :: Finance

FIN 720 (02) - Topics in Finance II

Topics in Fin/Fintech Ventures

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 15
CRN: 56823

Special topics, vary by semester.

Section Comments: Title: Fintech Ventures

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Prerequisite(s): ADMN 570 with minimum grade of C-

Repeat Rule: May be repeated for a maximum of 16 credits.

Cross listed with : ACFI 896.06

Only listed campus in section: Durham

Only listed classes in section: Junior, Senior

Only listed majors in section: BUSADM:FINANCE

Instructors: Michael Hanlon

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	W	5:10pm - 8:00pm	PCBE G59

Additional Course Details:

This course provides an introduction to the digital economy and the intersection of finance and technology (FinTech). Items to be covered include: blockchain, cryptocurrencies (i.e. Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.), their evolution, applications and the future of such technology. Further topics include: smart contracts, digital property rights, robo-advising, Web3 (the decentralized internet), algorithmic/high frequency trading and the role of artificial intelligence in capital markets, today and into the future. The course will also analyze such topics and technologies from a long-term investment perspective, with an eye towards the implications for the finance industry and overall macroeconomic consequences. Other topics may be covered as well.

CPS Online Coll of Professional Studies :: Finance-CPSO

FNC 611 (01) - Money and Banking

Money and Banking

Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Term 3 (01/23/2024 - 03/15/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 30
CRN: 55614

This course examines financial markets and financial intermediaries, and their role in creating and maintaining economic efficiency. It analyzes the performance of banks and other financial institutions and reviews the functions and measurements of money. It also examines and assesses the use of monetary policy tools, targets, and goals within the context of current economic conditions. Note: ECO 580 is recommended.

Advisor Approval Required. Contact your Academic Advisor for approval and registration.

Prerequisite(s): ECO 470 or ECO 512G

Equivalent(s): MGMT 611G

Campuses not allowed in section: Durham

Attributes: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Instructors: Nicholas Marks

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	3/15/2024		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

CPS Online Coll of Professional Studies :: Finance-CPSO

FNC 612 (01) - Investment Principles

Investment Principles

Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Term 4 (03/25/2024 - 05/17/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 30
CRN: 55615

This course provides the learner with a thorough overview of investments. Students will compare and contrast the major investment vehicles available today, including stocks, bonds, money markets, and mutual funds. Topics may include the analysis of investment vehicles (such as stocks, bonds, money markets, and mutual funds), consideration of risk and expected rates of return, time value of money applications, and the principles of asset allocation, risk tolerance, and diversification.

Advisor Approval Required. Contact your Academic Advisor for approval and registration.

Prerequisite(s): (MTH 402 or MATH 502G) and (MTH 504 or MATH 504G)

Equivalent(s): MGMT 612G

Campuses not allowed in section: Durham

Attributes: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Instructors: Nicholas Marks

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
3/25/2024	5/17/2024		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

CPS Online Coll of Professional Studies :: Finance-CPSO

FNC 665 (01) - Financial Management

Financial Management

Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Term 3 (01/23/2024 - 03/15/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 30
CRN: 55616

A successful financial manager focuses on maximizing shareholder wealth, while also considering other stakeholders such as employees and communities. This course utilizes financial formulas, tables, and spreadsheets to focus on the financial functions of analysis, planning and decision-making, and control. Topics may include financial statement analysis and forecasting, working capital policy, cost of capital and capital budgeting techniques, interaction with financial markets, and time value of money techniques. NOTE: MTH 504 Statistics is recommended.

Advisor Approval Required. Contact your Academic Advisor for approval and registration.

Prerequisite(s): (ACCT 532 or ACCT 511G or MGMT 511G or MGMT 569G or MGMT 569) and (ECO 470 or ECO 512G)

Equivalent(s): MGMT 613G

Campuses not allowed in section: Durham

Attributes: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Instructors: Merrie Marks

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	3/15/2024		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

CPS Online Coll of Professional Studies :: Finance-CPSO

FNC 665 (02) - Financial Management

Financial Management

Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Term 4 (03/25/2024 - 05/17/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 30
CRN: 55617

Advisor Approval Required. Contact your Academic Advisor for approval and registration.

Prerequisite(s): (ACCT 532 or ACCT 511G or MGMT 511G or MGMT 569G or MGMT 569) and (ECO 470 or ECO 512G)

Equivalent(s): MGMT 613G

Campuses not allowed in section: Durham

Attributes: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Instructors: Merrie Marks

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
3/25/2024	5/17/2024		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

CPS Online Coll of Professional Studies :: Finance-CPSO

FNC 675 (01) - Financial Modeling and Decision-Making

Financial Modelng & Dec Makng

Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Term 4 (03/25/2024 - 05/17/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 57293

This course prepares managers to develop real-world financial models and to interpret financial information for effective business decision making. It builds upon knowledge in accounting, finance, and economics and emphasizes the strategic application of such knowledge in the corporate setting. Students employ the tools of analysts to develop their understanding of how managers use financial data to guide decisions and to increase value. Topics may include capital budgeting, strategic investments, financial risk, and debt. NOTE: MTH 504 Statistics is recommended.

Advisor Approval Required. Contact your Academic Advisor for approval and registration.

Prerequisite(s): (ACCT 532 or ACCT 511G or MGMT 511G or MGMT 569G or MGMT 569) and (ECO 470 or ECO 512G)

Equivalent(s): MGMT 615G

Campuses not allowed in section: Durham

Attributes: Online (no campus visits), EUNH

Instructors: Merrie Marks

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
3/25/2024	5/17/2024		Hours Arranged	ONLINE

Durham Thompson School of Applied Sci :: Forest Technology

FORT 573 (01) - Management Operation & Analysis

Management Operation&Analysis

Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading

Class Size: 10
CRN: 56689
Special Fees: $58.00

An introduction to the basic concepts of forest land management and the practical approaches to forest management planning and financial decision-making. Topics include a silviculture review; deed research and mapping; management plan preparation; multiple-use sustainable forestry; tree valuation; timber sale appraisal methods; contracting; forest taxation; and long-term cost and return analysis. Students individually prepare a comprehensive forest management plan as a semester project.

Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.

Equivalent(s): FORT 273

Instructors: Michael Simmons

Start Date	End Date	Days	Time	Location
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	T	3:10pm - 5:00pm	PTNM 139A
1/23/2024	5/6/2024	TR	9:40am - 11:00am	PTNM 111