Finance · Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027, & Summer 2027

SDSU FIN 427 — Derivatives & Risk Mgmt

3.00 units 2 enrollment options

Introduce derivative instruments such as futures, options and swaps, nature of their markets and pricing methods. Applications of those instruments for hedging risks in equities, commodities, and exchange rates.

Course requirements

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Level B A 323. Proof of completion of prerequisite(s) required: Copy of transcript.

B A 323. Proof of completion of prerequisite(s) required: Copy of transcript.
Junior or Senior Level

Fall 2026 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
5964 Discussion	In person	Open	40 / 45	Thu 4:00 PM–6:40 PM	PSFA 318	Ran Zhao	3.2/5 · 5 reviews Difficulty 4.0 · 40% take again

Spring 2027 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
8187 Discussion	In person	Open	0 / 60	Tue 4:00 PM–6:40 PM	LH 339	Ran Zhao	3.2/5 · 5 reviews Difficulty 4.0 · 40% take again

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