Student Managed Investment Portfolio
The main purpose of this course is the management of a portfolio worth about $250,000 sponsored by the University. Students will research individual companies and recommend purchases and sales. The class then votes to approve or reject the recommendation.
Prof. Ron Filante
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What's unique about this course?
- Compete against 300 other SMIPS @ Redefining Investment Strategy Education Conference held in Dayton, Ohio in April sponsored by the University of Dayton's Center for Portfolio Management
- Prepare for a career in equity analysis
- Learn how to use G-PACT stock analysis packages, such as Stock-Val and Telerate
- Apply real world knowledge towards investment decisions.
- Attend various conferences and events.
- Direct contact with leading financial analysts and hedge fund managers
What students who took the course in Spring 2005 think about the course:
Students who took the course in Spring 2005 enjoyed the "real world exposure to equity research and fund management," and "hands-on experience." They also enjoyed beating the S&P, Dow, and NASDAQ indices. We gained 11.5% in 2007, compared to 3.5% for the S&P 500 Index.
Permission of the instructor is required to register for this course. Interested students should come in to see Prof. Ron Filante. All majors are welcome
Telephone (914) 773-3708, e-mail RFilante@Pace.Edu.
To expedite the process, submit a brief application with the following information:
- Other courses you have taken that prepare you for this course
- Your life/career details that make this course a good fit for you
- What you want to take away from the course
For more information, please contact Professor Ron Filante.
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