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Columbia University

Term-Structure and Credit Derivatives

This course will focus on capturing the evolution of interest rates and providing deep insight into credit derivatives. In the first module we discuss the term structure lattice models and cash account, and then analyze fixed income derivatives, such as Options, Futures, Caplets and Floorlets, Swaps and Swaptions. In the second module, we will examine model calibration in the context of fixed income securities and extend it to other asset classes and instruments. Learners will operate model calibration using Excel and apply it to price a payer swaption in a Black-Derman-Toy (BDT) model. The third module introduces credit derivatives and subsequently focuses on modeling and pricing the Credit Default Swaps. In the fourth module, learners would be introduced to the concept of securitization, specifically asset backed securities(ABS). The discussion progresses to Mortgage Backed Securities(MBS) and the associated mortgage mathematics. The final module delves into introducing and pricing Collateralized Mortgage Obligations(CMOs).

Status: Securities (Finance)
Status: Investment Banking
IntermediateCourse14 hours

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MK

4.0Reviewed Oct 7, 2022

C​ourse was quite informative.Q​uestions in the assginments were useful to understand the concepts thoroughly.

JL

5.0Reviewed Dec 31, 2023

Challenging, learners should understand linear algebra, Calculus, Probability...

YW

5.0Reviewed Feb 26, 2022

Very nice course having both theoretical depth and also practical depth. So appreicated to be able to learn from knowlegable instructors with just a little money. Great job!

AJ

5.0Reviewed Jul 18, 2023

Very well-explained concepts with perfect slides and assignments!

SS

5.0Reviewed Feb 9, 2025

well-structured and comprehensive course, great for those looking to understand fundamental concepts and basic calculations. Ideal for beginners exploring these notions and their applications.

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