This course is intended for the student who wishes to learn how to analyze and utilize financial risk concepts, especially with respect to managing risk. Key concepts include managing risk associated with market variables (stock prices, interest rates, volatilities, etc.) that impact securities such as equities, fixed income securities, and options. This course is designed to apply the theories and methodologies to the complex needs of managing financial risk in financial institutions. This course will introduce several risk management models to measure and manage various types of risks, including market risk, interest-rate risk, and credit risk.