This module continues the exploration of mortgage-backed securities, focusing on their complexities and market dynamics. Key topics include:
Students will deepen their understanding of how these securities operate and their role in the financial system.
This module introduces the concept of mortgage-backed securities, explaining their structure and function within the financial system. Participants will learn about:
By the end of this module, students will have a foundational understanding of mortgage-backed securities and their significance in the financial landscape.
This module continues the exploration of mortgage-backed securities, focusing on their complexities and market dynamics. Key topics include:
Students will deepen their understanding of how these securities operate and their role in the financial system.
This module provides further insights into mortgage-backed securities, discussing advanced concepts and their implications. Topics include:
Students will learn how various factors influence the performance of these securities and their potential risks.
This module introduces collateralized debt obligations (CDOs), explaining their structure and function in financial markets. Key topics include:
Students will understand how CDOs are designed and the risks they pose to financial systems.
This module examines the controversial bailout strategies implemented during the credit crisis. Students will explore:
Through analysis, students will assess whether these interventions were justified or effective in mitigating the crisis.
This module introduces credit default swaps (CDS), explaining their purpose and functioning within financial markets. Key areas of focus include:
Students will gain insights into how CDS can serve as both protection and a source of risk in financial transactions.
This module delves into the systemic risks posed by credit default swaps, often referred to as "financial weapons of mass destruction." Key topics include:
Students will evaluate the broader implications of CDS on financial stability and regulatory frameworks.
This module addresses how financial bubbles lead to wealth destruction. Students will explore:
By analyzing case studies, students will understand the mechanisms behind wealth destruction and the importance of market stability.
This module continues the discussion on wealth destruction, focusing on its long-term effects on economies and societies. Key topics include:
Students will learn about the broader implications of wealth destruction on economic health and societal stability.