This course examines money, financial markets, and financial institutions. The first half of the course covers interest rates, the Federal Reserve, monetary policy, and financial crises. The second half explores financial markets, financial instruments, banking, and other relevant topics. This course demands analytical thinking and the application of economic concepts.

FINC 409 introduces key principles of finance to non-business majors. This course may not be used to satisfy degree requirements for majors in business or agribusiness. Topics covered include financial statement analysis, corporate financial management, time value of money, financial markets and institutions; bond and stock valuation; and capital budgeting.

Designed expressly for new PhD students, this course establishes a robust foundation in essential programming tools, bridging academic theory and applied research skills. Students will be acquainted with Matlab, SAS, Stata, and other programming essentials vital for research in finance and economics. The course offers an introduction to the Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS), emphasizing effective data management techniques within the platform.