MATBUS 472Risk Management
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Mathematics
- Subject
- Mathematical Business
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 3 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 2 lecture sections. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
Principles of Risk Management. Market, credit, and operational risk management. Risk measures. Hedging strategies and risks in hedging. Credit migration. Global financial market regulation. Case studies.
Prerequisites
- Complete all of the following
- Complete 1 of the following
- Enrolled in H-BBA & BMath Double Degree, H-Mathematics/Chartered Professional Accountancy, H-Math/FARM - Chartered Financial Analyst Spec, or H-Math/FARM - Professional Risk Management Spec
Antirequisites
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
Winter 2027 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | 5821 | 0 / 96 | MWF 08:30–09:20 |
| LEC 701 | 2289 | 33 / 9999 | Online or by arrangement |
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Discussed on r/uwaterloo
10 posts and comments in 8 threads mention MATBUS 472, January 2016 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.
Winter 2024
Matbus 472 2 points, 0 comments
u/Apprehensive_Proof86: “Did anyone take the Matbus 472 which is taught by Freeland? Please contact me!!!!! Thanks in advance!”
Winter 2023
Take MATBUS471 1 point, 8 comments
u/Sufficient-Cry-1255: “I want to take MATBUS471 and 472 next term but it is only open to some specific programs. I am currently in FARM which is allowed to take this course but I might drop FARM later to Mathfin which is not allowed to take the course. Will there be any issues? …”
Does anyone have Matbus472 past Assignments and midterms? 2 points, 0 comments
u/Hefty_Chemical9969: “Looking for matbus 472 past study materials. Really need it! I would love to offer a gift card for Starbucks if anyone can share with me. Also, how is the experience taking matbus 472 with Freeland? What was the class average?”
Winter 2021
Looking for friends in MATBUS 472 2 points, 0 comments
Fall 2020
How differently are FARM and Math/Bus (Single Degree) regarded by employers? Is FARM much more prestigious? 1 point, 9 comments
“I'm in FARM but thinking about switching down to Math/Bus (Single Degree) since I'd save $2000 in tuition per term, courses are easier, and I've realized I don't enjoy finance as much as I thought. …”
u/PresentBlock1035: “Do we have Math/Bus as a major? I think like Math/Business is just like a bigger category but not a specific major and FARM is an major in this category.”
u/PresentBlock1035: “… data analysis, CS 338 about SQL and database management, PMATH 331 about real analysis and MATBUS 472 or ACTSC 445 about risk management. …”
Fall 2018
MATBUS472 with Keith Freeland - is he good? 1 point, 5 comments
u/EmergencySalary: “How is he for MATBUS472? What's the syllabus like - assignments, midterms, final? Would you recommend as easy/bird course?”
u/_SunBrah_: “Can't comment on MATBUS 472, but Keith Freeland is an asshole, from my experience. His lectures for ACTSC 231 were also iiincredibly boring. With that being said, he has a reputation for giving hard exams but I found his exams to be pretty fair for 231.”
Winter 2017
stat 334.. opinions? 4 points, 6 comments
“Hey guys, So im in math/ba and taking a math elective this term, and i want to take an easy one. What do you guys think of pmath 330, stat 334, or any other. really appreciate the advice!”
u/rnrhffmn: “Take Actsci 371 if you haven't already. It's light on math and has a highish average”
u/rnrhffmn: “CO 370 was a pretty straightforward course. Planning on taking a mixture of CS 338 (databases for non-CS students), STAT 337 (medical stats), and either MATBUS 471 or 472 (fixed income or risk) for easy math courses down the road if you've heard anything about them”
Winter 2016
MATBUS 470,471,472 1 point, 5 comments
u/sharkusilly: “I want to write a CFA in my 5th year. I was just wondering for the purpose of scheduling when these courses were offered? Also other than 471, are the other 2 necessary in preparation for a CFA?”
u/ibuprofen-naproxen: “MATBUS 470: Fall, Winter MATBUS 471: Fall, Winter MATBUS 472: Winter I don't know what you mean by "necessary" in preparation for CFA, as many people just self-study, but yes they would help.”
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