Quantitative Finance For Dummies

Autor*innen

• Steven Beller

Parameter

• Business & Management
• Handbücher und Anleitungen
• Mathematik
• Ökonomie
• Wissenschaft und Mathematik

Mehr zum Buch

This accessible introduction to quantitative finance demystifies a complex subject that often intimidates even seasoned financial professionals. It offers straightforward guidance on applying mathematics to investment decisions, enabling readers to grasp essential concepts like futures, options, and risk management. You'll become familiar with key equations, methods, formulas, and models, including the Black-Scholes model, which are crucial in this technical field known as mathematical finance. As investment companies and hedge funds increasingly rely on quantitative methods, this guide breaks down the subject into easily digestible parts, making it suitable for both personal investors and finance students. With this resource, you'll acquire the mathematical skills needed for success in quantitative finance, learn about the latest portfolio and risk management applications, and understand the fundamentals of derivatives pricing. The book covers core models and methods, provides examples and exercises to enhance comprehension, and explains how quantitative finance methods are used to determine the current market value of derivative securities. Whether you're an aspiring quant or an experienced investor, this guide serves as a valuable tool for navigating the world of quantitative finance and risk management.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2016
• Einband: Paperback