This course is designed to provide students with the forefront of current methods of valuation techniques used in securities analysis and valuation, specifically: Understanding the securities analysis and valuation process; Analyzing macroeconomic and industry variables; Analyzing firms’ financial statements and performance; Valuing securities using different valuation methods; Assessing returns on active investment strategies. In addition, students are also equipped with data processing skills, writing company financial analysis reports as well as critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork skills. The course will set a foundation for advanced investment analysis and the following units of the program related to portfolio construction and management.