Books and Materials Spring 2014
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(Please note that Finance 4315- International Finance Newer Edition is available, click here to check it out!)
Syllabi Fall 2013
Calendar Fall 2013 | |
August 8, Thursday | Last day to apply for December 2013 graduation |
August 26, Monday | Faculty Start Date |
September 4, Wednesday | Classes begin |
September 11, Wednesday | Last day to register or add a class |
November 15, Friday | Last day to drop a class |
November 28-29, Thursday-Friday | Thanksgiving Holidays |
December 9, Monday | Last day to withdraw from the University |
December 10, Tuesday | Last day of classes Last day to apply for May 2014 graduation |
December 11, Wednesday | Reading Day |
December 12-13, Thursday-Friday December 16-18, Monday-Wednesday |
Final examinations |
December 19-20, Thursday-Friday | Grading days |
December 21, Saturday | Fall Commencement |
Syllabi Fall 2013 for Personal Finance 1307, Investment 3331, and Employee Benefits 3331 are available.
FINA 4315 Syllabus – Fall 2013
FINA 3331 Syllabus – Fall 2013
FINA 1307 Syllabus – Fall 2013
The balance of national prosperity and economic inequality
By Swint Friday
Source: Caller Times
CORPUS CHRISTI — During the holiday break, my travels will take me from the wealthiest countries in Europe and Asia to some of the poorest. Always of interest is the striking juxtaposition of high rise hotels and office suites against the tenement housing below. Many of the poorer countries where the contrast is greatest (more…)
Smart finances with a smart phone
By Swint Friday
Source: Caller Times.
CORPUS CHRISTI — I have enlisted my smartphone in my ongoing battle against the bulge. There are applications to log calories and websites to search calorie counts for any meal from major restaurant chains to home cooked fare. I am always amazed at the massive number of calories contained in most every menu item at the most popular chains. It is no wonder we are having such a hard time controlling our ever growing waistlines. (more…)
Is marriage worth it financially?
By Swint Friday
Source: Caller Times
CORPUS CHRISTI — Recently, while traveling I watched WE TV’s show, “Rich Bride, Poor Bride” a program similar to their infamous “Bridezillas” with less drama and obnoxious behavior. One thing these shows along with many weddings that I have participated in reveal is that Americans have lost their financial minds. These popular programs show families squandering small fortunes on self-indulgent and self-centered relationships. (more…)