FIN 3450 - Computer Applications in Finance

Apply commonly used computer software and data systems to finance. Examples of the computer software used are Excel, Expo, Minitab, SAS, and Word. Financial information is obtained from websites or financial databases such as Compustat and CRSP. Some of the finance problems studied are creating cash budgets and loan amortization tables, estimating beta and forecasting financial needs. Students demonstrate computer proficiency through projects, exams and team presentations.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: FIN 3200

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.