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LUBS3160: Financial Derivatives 
Comprehensive Study and Exam Preparation Guide 2025 
 
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University of Leeds - LUBS3160: Financial Derivatives

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2024 - 2025

University	University of Leeds
Module Code	LUBS3160
Credit Value	10
Module Name	Financial Derivatives
Notes Title	Comprehensive Study and Exam Prep. Guide
Format	PDF
Page Length	30

A comprehensive and easy-to-understand set of notes covering all lecture content and examinable topics for LUBS3160: Financial Derivatives at the University of Leeds. These colour-coded notes are organised in an understandable way. The guide offers vital information about exam format, what will be on the exam, and key concepts you should focus your studies on. Concepts and principles are not simply named or described in passing but are described thoroughly. You can use these notes as a reference, to understand the topics better and improve your grades in the final examination.

This module aims to provide students with an understanding of the underlying features and functions of futures and options, developing an appreciation and a practical understanding of the key features of major derivative instruments and the principles of derivative pricing.

Syllabus:

An introduction to the types of derivatives, derivative markets, purpose of derivatives
Futures and Forwards
Mechanics of futures markets
Determination of futures and forward prices
Options and Option valuation
Options Strategies
The binomial model and the Black-Scholes model of option pricing

Pre-requisite qualifications: LUBS2205: Corporate Finance or LUBS2206: Corporate Financial Management.

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University of Leeds - LUBS3160: Financial Derivatives

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