The Financial Mathematics course It is your gateway to a booming sector, where demand for skilled professionals is growing exponentially. In an increasingly complex economic environment, understanding financial mathematics is crucial for making informed and strategic decisions. This course will equip you with the skills you need to master both simple and complex financial transactions, and will give you a in-depth knowledge in key areas such as annuities and amortisation. We offer flexible online training tailored to your needs, allowing you to learn at your own pace from anywhere. By taking this course, you’ll position yourself at the forefront of the job market, with skills that are highly valued by employers across all sectors. Make the most of this opportunity to enhance your professional and personal value by acquiring the tools that will enable you to navigate the financial world successfully.
Financial mathematics
Corporate
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the time value of money and its financial impact.
- Calculate simple interest to assess basic investments.
- Analyse compound interest in complex financial decisions.
- Identify and evaluate cash flows in annuities.
- Apply repayment techniques to loans and credit facilities.
- Assess the profitability and risk of financial transactions.
- Interpret amortisation tables for financial planning.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS
Origin and definition of financial mathematics
The importance and components of financial mathematics
Time value of money
Time and focal date diagram
Applications and considerations in financial mathematics
TEACHING UNIT 2. SIMPLE FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS
Definition and characteristics of financial transactions involving simple capitalisation
Components and formulas for simple capitalisation financial transactions
Definition and characteristics of simple discount financial transactions
Components and formulas for simple discount financial transactions
Further considerations regarding simple financial transactions
TEACHING UNIT 3. COMPOUND OR COMPLEX FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS
Definition and characteristics of financial transactions involving compound capitalisation
Elements and formulas for financial operations involving compound interest
Compound interest rates
Value equations. Time and focal date diagram
Further considerations regarding simple financial transactions
TEACHING UNIT 4. ANNUITIES AND AMORTISATION
Definition, characteristics and classification of annuities
Types, components and terminology of annuities
Annuity formulas
Depreciation and depreciation system
Amortisation funds