Bond Valuation & Fixed Income Mastery

Coursera MOOC / Non-credit USD 49
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Bond Valuation & Fixed Income Mastery

About this course

Master bond valuation, pricing, and fixed income analysis to make smarter investment decisions. Build in-demand skills in yield analysis, risk measurement, and financial modeling used by top finance professionals. This Specialization provides a comprehensive pathway to understanding fixed income markets, combining bond mathematics, pricing techniques, and real-world financial applications. You will learn how to calculate bond prices, analyze yields such as YTM and IRR, and apply duration and convexity to measure interest rate risk. Through structured, practical modules, you will explore bond accounting, amortization methods, and advanced instruments including callable, convertible, and mortgage-backed securities. The program also covers derivatives such as futures, forwards, and FRAs, enabling you to manage risk and identify arbitrage opportunities. By the end of the Specialization, you will be able to evaluate fixed income securities, interpret market movements, and apply quantitative models to support investment and risk management decisions. Ideal for finance professionals, students, and aspiring analysts, this program equips you with the technical and analytical skills needed for careers in investment banking, asset management, treasury, and capital markets.

What you'll learn

  • Calculate bond prices
  • Analyze yields including YTM and IRR
  • Apply duration and convexity to measure interest rate risk
  • Understand bond accounting and amortization methods
  • Evaluate callable, convertible, and mortgage-backed securities

Course objectives

  • Develop skills in yield analysis and risk measurement
  • Gain familiarity with advanced financial instruments and derivatives
  • Support investment and risk management decisions through quantitative models

Skills you'll gain

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