This is an introductory course on options and other financial derivatives, and their applications to risk management. We will start with defining derivatives and options, continue with discrete-time, binomial tree models, and then develop continuous-time, Brownian Motion models. A basic introduction to Stochastic, Ito Calculus will be given. The benchmark model will be the Black-Scholes-Merton pricing model, but we will also discuss more general models, such as stochastic volatility models. We will discuss both the Partial Differential Equations approach, and the probabilistic, martingale approach. We will also cover an introduction to modeling of interest rates and fixed income derivatives.
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Pricing Options with Mathematical Models
Instituto de Tecnología de California (Caltech)Acerca de este Curso
Prior experience with calculus based probability/statistics. Some exposure to stochastic processes and partial differential equations is helpful.
Prior experience with calculus based probability/statistics. Some exposure to stochastic processes and partial differential equations is helpful.
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Instituto de Tecnología de California (Caltech)
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Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
Unit 0: Pre-course
Since this is a quantitative course, a certain level of mathematical background is necessary for a student to master the course material. In this unit, I would like to invite you to take the prerequisites assessment.
Unit 1. Stocks, Bonds, Derivatives
Unit 2. Interest Rates, Forward Rates, Bond Yields
Unit 3. No-Arbitrage Pricing Relations
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