Introduction to Derivative Markets ISE

1. Introduction
2. Introduction to Fixed Income Markets and Interest Rates
3. Equity Markets
4. Forwards and Futures
5. Pricing Forward and Futures Contracts
6. Interest Rate Futures and the Forward Rate Agreement
7. Interest Rate Swaps
8. Introduction to Options
9. Trading Strategies with Options
10. Option Properties
11. Binomial Trees
12. The Black-Scholes-Merton Model
13. Introduction to Risk and Hedging
14. Credit Default Swaps
15. Market Risk Management

Engage students in derivative securities with a dynamic, market-based approach that bridges theory and practice. Authored by veteran derivatives instructors with over 18 years of industry experience, this textbook integrates modern pedagogy, including flipped classrooms, interactive polling, and auto-graded question banks, to enhance learning outcomes and save instructors time. Featuring concise video lectures, adaptive electronic assignments, and tools like hedging spreadsheets, students gain hands-on experience with real-world applications. Designed for flexibility, it supports traditional lectures, remote learning, and innovative teaching styles. With updated content and practical insights, this resource equips learners to excel in the evolving financial landscape.