Faculty: Economics and Administrative Sciences The Capital Markets and Portfolio Management major focuses on the principles and practices of financial markets, investment strategies, and portfolio management. Students gain skills in financial analysis, risk management, investment valuation, and portfolio optimization, preparing for careers in investment banking, portfolio management, financial analysis, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of capital markets and portfolio management. - Develop skills in financial analysis and investment valuation. - Learn risk management and portfolio optimization techniques. - Explore financial derivatives and alternative investments. - Analyze financial regulations and ethical considerations. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. - Gain practical experience through projects and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Capital Markets** - Overview of capital markets, their functions, and participants. 2. **Financial Analysis** - Fundamentals of analyzing financial statements and investment opportunities. 3. **Investment Valuation** - Techniques for valuing stocks, bonds, and other investment instruments. 4. **Portfolio Management** - Principles of constructing and managing investment portfolios. 5. **Risk Management** - Methods for identifying, assessing, and managing financial risks. 6. **Financial Derivatives** - Understanding and using financial derivatives for risk management and speculation. 7. **Alternative Investments** - Exploration of alternative investment options, such as real estate, private equity, and hedge funds. 8. **Financial Regulations and Ethics** - Understanding legal and ethical considerations in financial markets. 9. **Quantitative Methods in Finance** - Application of quantitative techniques for financial analysis and decision-making. 10. **Behavioral Finance** - Study of psychological influences on financial decisions and market behavior. 11. **Portfolio Development** - Creating a professional portfolio showcasing capital markets and portfolio management skills. 12. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in investment banks, portfolio management firms, financial analysis departments, or consulting firms. 13. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying capital markets and portfolio management skills, such as developing an investment strategy, managing a portfolio, or conducting a risk assessment. **Assessment Methods:** - Capital markets and portfolio management principles analyses - Financial analysis projects - Investment valuation projects - Portfolio management projects - Risk management projects - Financial derivatives projects - Alternative investments projects - Financial regulations and ethics projects - Quantitative methods in finance projects - Behavioral finance projects - Portfolio development projects - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Capital Markets" - "Financial Analysis" - "Investment Valuation" - "Portfolio Management" - "Risk Management" - "Financial Derivatives" - "Alternative Investments" - "Financial Regulations and Ethics" - "Quantitative Methods in Finance" - "Behavioral Finance" - "Portfolio Development" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of finance, economics, and an interest in capital markets and portfolio management. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Capital Markets and Portfolio Management. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) - Certified Financial Planner (CFP) - Financial Risk Manager (FRM) - Certifications in specific financial analysis and portfolio management software **Target Audience:** Aspiring investment bankers, portfolio managers, financial analysts, risk managers, and professionals seeking careers in investment banks, portfolio management firms, financial analysis departments, consulting firms, and related fields. This major equips students with the financial and analytical skills needed to excel in capital markets and portfolio management, supporting careers in various roles within investment banks, portfolio management firms, financial analysis departments, consulting firms, and related fields.