Date Posted: 07/04/2025
Req ID: 43966
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Economics
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to economics of financial assets and financial markets. Topics: inter-temporal choice, expected utility theory, security valuation, selected asset pricing models, market efficiency, and the term structure of interest rates - essential materials for an understanding of the role and operation of financial markets.
Estimated course enrolment: 100
Estimated TA support: 140 hours (contingent upon enrolment and funding)
Class Schedule Class Schedule: Wednesday 18:00-21:00
The delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.
Sessional dates of appointment: January 1 – April 30, 2026

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in Economics
• Prior experience teaching this course (or a similar course) at the university level
• Ability and experience teaching large classes

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching over four or more years

Description of duties:

• Preparation and delivery of lectures in this course
• Supervision of teaching assistant(s) assigned to course
• Preparation, supervision and grading of tests and examinations in accordance with University regulations
• Providing scheduled office hours for academic counseling of students

• Preparation and delivery of lectures in this course
• Supervision of teaching assistant(s) assigned to course
• Preparation, supervision and grading of tests and examinations in accordance with University regulations
• Providing scheduled office hours for academic counseling of student