Introduces and explores financial risk management using derivative instruments, which are contracts whose values derive from prices of underlying assets and goods such as equities, currencies, debt, and commodities. Derivative pricing is essentially applied mathematics and highly quantitative. Focuses on the valuation and application of the principal derivative building blocks including swaps, futures, forward, and option contracts. Covers market structure and how corporations and financial institutions use these products to control financial market risks. Examines global developments and new product innovations.