The Valuation of Complex Financial Instruments

$149.00

SKU: 409518

Description

Enhance the understanding of complex financial instruments allowing for greater transparency in risk managementrelated processes.
As financial instruments increase in complexity, the scrutiny from authoritative bodies such as regulators and auditors also increases. Users must understand the nature of complex financial instruments, the implications of the valuation process, and the key drivers of value. Many organizations utilize complex financial instruments as part of their broader capital and risk management strategy, while many more could benefit from the exploration and use of such instruments. However, in many cases, the valuation process is not fully understood by key stakeholders, which may result in an increased strategic and operational risk to an organization. By taking a deeper dive into valuation methodologies, this presentation will help to enhance the understanding of complex financial instruments for persons involved in these types of transactions, allowing for greater transparency in risk managementrelated processes for key stakeholders.

Date: 2023-02-23 Start Time: 1:00 PM ET End Time: 2:05 PM ET

Learning Objectives

* You will be able to identify complex financial instruments and how they are used.

* You will be able to discuss valuation concepts that are crucial for understanding model outputs.

* You will be able to describe the data requirements needed to perform valuations.

* You will be able to explain the importance of having insight into the methods used to value the complex financial instruments held by your organization.

Complex Financial Instruments Overview
• Identification of a Complex Financial Instrument
• Understanding Valuation and Its Usefulness
• Considerations From a Broader Risk-Management Perspective
• Recognizing Data Requirements and Systems to Complete Analyses

Derivatives and Valuation
• Understanding the Nature of Derivatives
• Employing Valuation Methodologies (Income Versus Market Methods)
• Determining Value Through the Projection of Cash Flows

DCF Modeling
• Variety of Uses for DCF Method
• Considerations for Model Creation and Inputs
• Implications of Discount Factors and Credit Ratings in Fair Value Calculation
• Understanding Output Quality

Options
• Assessing the Drivers of Option Values
• Understanding Option Greeks Formulas
• Usage of the Black-Scholes Method

CPE ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.

Craig Haymaker, CPA-HedgeStar, Kevin Jarvis – HedgeStar