Course Summary
Learn about the basics of investing in stocks and bonds and how to manage a well-diversified portfolio in this course. Gain insight into the risks and returns of these investments and develop the skills to analyze financial statements.Key Learning Points
- Understand the fundamentals of investing in stocks and bonds
- Learn how to create a diversified investment portfolio
- Analyze financial statements and evaluate investment opportunities
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Financial Analyst
- USA: $60,000 - $120,000
- Investment Banker
- USA: $100,000 - $250,000
- Portfolio Manager
- USA: $80,000 - $150,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to evaluate investment opportunities
- Understanding of financial statements and how to analyze them
- Skills to create and manage a diversified investment portfolio
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of accounting and finance
- Familiarity with stock and bond markets
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Video lectures
- Quizzes and assignments
Similar Courses
- Investing for Beginners
- Financial Markets
- Corporate Finance Essentials
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Warren Buffett
- Suze Orman
Related Books
Description
In this course, we will apply the central concept and applications of Time Value of Money (TVM) to explore the structure and pricing of stocks and bonds at an introductory level. In this course, you will learn about bonds, different types of bonds (Zero Coupon bonds, Government bonds). You will learn about bond pricing calculations and see their direct connection to market data on bonds. You will also learn about stocks, and their pricing and valuation. You will learn about growth and dividend stocks and how to use market data.
Outline
- week 1: Bond Valuation
- About This Specialization
- 1.1 Bonds
- 1.2 Zero-Coupon Government Bonds
- 1.3 Government Coupon Bonds
- 1.4 Bond Pricing: Calculations
- Specialization - Syllabus
- Course 3 - Syllabus
- Note-Formula
- Note-Spreadsheets
- Pre-Course Survey
- Week 2: Bond Prices & Market Data
- 2.1 Bonds: Market Data
- Note-Spreadsheets
- Practice Assignment 1
- Assignment 1
- week 3: Stock Valuation
- 3.1 What is a Stock?
- 3.2 Stock Pricing/Valuation
- 3.3 Dividend & Growth Stocks
- 3.4 The Engine of Growth
- Note-Formulae
- Week 4: Stock Prices & Market Data
- 4.1 Stocks: Market Data
- Note-Formulae
- Post-Course Survey
- Keep Learning with Michigan Online!
- Practice Assignment 2
- Assignment 2
Summary of User Reviews
Discover how to invest in bonds and stocks with this comprehensive online course offered by Coursera. Users rave about the course's easy-to-follow lectures, engaging instructors, and practical exercises. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course's emphasis on real-life scenarios and examples, which helped them understand complex concepts better.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging instructors
- Easy-to-follow lectures
- Practical exercises
- Real-life scenarios and examples
- Comprehensive coverage of topics
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course too basic
- Limited interaction with instructors
- No certificate of completion for free users
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Not suitable for advanced learners
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