FIN 7590 Commercial Bank Management and Financial Services

The course provides a rigorous introduction to the world of commercial banking and related financial services which includes an overview of field, an analysis of commercial banks including how to analyze and evaluate bank financial statements; profit drivers in banking; managing principal risks in banking including credit (loan management) and interest rate (asset liability management) risks, and finally the evolving role of commercial banking in the twenty first century. The course is designed for students who are interested in a career in banking and financial services, or for those who are already there and would like to upgrade their discipline based analytical and other skills. Prerequisite(s): FIN 6070, ECON 6090, ACCT 6060.
Credits: 3.0