Dr. Colin Ward

Associate Professor

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Biography

Colin Ward is an Associate Professor at the Alberta School of Business, specializing in finance. His academic career includes substantial focus on fixed income valuation and management, interest-rate contracts, and the associated risk-management techniques. His courses include advanced topics such as Quantitative Finance, where he explores mathematical models in asset pricing and portfolio choice, alongside the intricacies of derivative securities pricing. With a thorough understanding of North American fixed-income markets, Professor Ward delivers comprehensive insights into the behavior of bond portfolios and the institutional features that govern these markets. His educational contributions are vital for students pursuing advanced finance studies, fostering a deep understanding of market dynamics and quantitative analysis in finance.

Research Interests

Courses

FIN 418 - Fixed Income FIN 618 - Interest Rate Securities FIN 703 - Quantitative Finance

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management