Spring 2025 Finance B8369 section 001

Applied Security Analysis I

Applied Security Analysis

Call Number 16697
Day & Time
Location
R 6:00pm-9:15pm
To be announced
Points 3
Grading Mode Standard
Approvals Required None
Instructors Lauren M Harmon
Benjamin I Isaac
Type LECTURE
Method of Instruction In-Person
Course Description Applied Security Analysis I emphases practical application of value investing. Students will work in teams to find an appropriate investment idea, perform thorough primary research, and deliver a pitch to a portfolio manager."The class is integrated with The Pershing Square Value Investing and Philanthropy Challenge. This competition, which began in 2007, signifies the commitment of both Columbia Business School and Pershing Square to produce talented and knowledgeable graduates who are ready to take on leadership roles and to demonstrate the importance of philanthropy to these future leaders in value investing. Winning teams will receive a cash prize with a percentage of those winnings to be donated to a charity of their choice.All student teams will pitch their ideas to investment professionals three times over the course of the semester, simulating the job of the analyst to convince a portfolio manager of the worthiness of an idea. Feedback will be provided on the strength of the idea, the areas of further research required, and presentation skills. *Class attendance is required when outside speakers are present including Bill Ackman, the Philanthropy Discussion, and Finals (takes place off-campus). Grades will be reduced 1 level (ex. H to an HP) for any unexcused absences.**This course will be demanding. Students should expect 20-25 hours of work per week outside of class."
Web Site Vergil
Department Finance
Enrollment 75 students (76 max) as of 11:06AM Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Subject Finance
Number B8369
Section 001
Division School of Business
Open To Business, Engineering:Graduate, Journalism
Section key 20251FINC8369B001