Interest Rate Instruments

Knowledge The student should

·      Have broad knowledge of key issues within interest rate and credit instruments.

·      Be able to use and apply different theories, and practical applications, in the tasks and the case

·      Be able to understand fundamental sources of return on the rental market, principles of credit analysis and risk analysis of interest rate instruments

·      Understand how companies can use the interest and credit market to finance projects, as well as manage risk.

·      Understand the importance of credit analysis for a well-functioning economy

·      Know and and be able to measure credit risk before historical financial crises

·      Understand the properties of asset allocation and the importance of combining several asset classes in a portfolio  

Skills The student should be able to

·      Analyze value and risk of bonds, as well as discuss sources of value changes

·      Analyze and apply professional knowledge and relevant results from research on practical issues.

·      Reflect on your own analyzes

·      Use the necessary tools to solve complex issues within interest rate instruments and credit analysis

·      Discuss the financing structure from a management perspective  

General competence The student should...

¿       Be able to plan and carry out projects that extend over time

¿       Communicate central subjects, as well as solutions both verbally, in writing and through presentations

¿       Provide necessary tools to solve complex issues related to bonds, credit instruments and alternative investments.

¿       Know new results and research within key parts of the syllabus.