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Mar 22, 2026
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FIN 265 - Derivatives Markets
Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
This is an introduction to the financial derivatives markets and their use in risk management. Fundamentals of forward, futures, swap and options contracts. Topics include the organization and structure of markets in which derivatives are traded, ethical consideration of market participants, and effect of recent changes in market structures. Principles of the valuation of forward, futures, swap and options contracts. Introduction to hedging with derivatives and risk management. Introduction to trading strategies involving options and futures.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
FIN 203 ; BAN 203 or FIN 235 (or BAN 235 ) or FIN 275 (or BAN 275 ). Open only to matriculated graduate students in the Frank G. Zarb School of Business and in other Schools at Hofstra where appropriate. See specific program requirements.
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Summer Session I 2026
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