Total Time: 3 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course explains how to choose and invest in bonds. Each type of bond (U.S. Treasuries, U.S. government agency bonds, municipal bonds, and corporate bonds) is explained and the unique advantages and disadvantages are described.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Distinguish between types of bonds (U.S. Treasuries, U.S. government agency bonds, municipal bonds, and corporate bonds)
Determine the taxable equivalent yield for U.S. Treasuries and municipal bonds
Explain any risk factors associated with different types of bonds
Explain reasons for using municipal bonds in an investment portfolio
Describe high-grade and high-yield corporate bonds and how they fit into a portfolio
Explain the effects of rising interest rates on different types of bonds
Research and purchase different bond types

Topics: 
Introducing Bonds
U.S. Bonds
Municipal Bonds
Corporate Bonds
Researching and Buying Bonds

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.