Money, Financial Markets, and Economic Activity
QST FE 342
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (QSTFE 223 previously, and QSTXP 298 previously or concurrently); or QSTSM 132 - The financial system and its functions. The role of money and the importance of interest rates in determining economic activity; determinants of level of interest rates. Operation of central banks; the goals and instruments of monetary policy. The roles, activities, and risk management of financial institutions. Instruments traded in money and capital markets, and their valuation. Role of derivative securities; systemic risk and other contemporary issues in the financial system.
FALL 2026 Schedule
| Section | Instructor | Location | Schedule | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Williams | HAR 408 | TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm | If you are not able to register yourself for a Questrom course or section, please submit the Questrom Waitlist Request Form. Open to undergraduates who meet the course pre-requisites (please see course description). |
FALL 2026 Schedule
| Section | Instructor | Location | Schedule | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | Williams | HAR 404 | TR 11:00 am-12:15 pm | Open to undergraduates who meet the course pre-requisites (please see course description). |
Note that this information may change at any time. Please visit the MyBU Student Portal for the most up-to-date course information.
