Prof.dr. Robert van der Meer sounded the gong of NYSE Euronext yesterday
The Faculty of Economics and Business holds seminars in institutional asset management for master students, based on the concept of using asset liability management (ALM) to calculate downside risk and upside potential. His publications on the subject, written in collaboration with Dr. Frank Sortino and Dr, Auke Plantinga, are widely read. As a former manager of Aegon and Fortis he is able to combine theory and practice in his lectures. A visit to the exchange with students has become an annual event.
"The subject of investment has become highly visible. Recent developments in the financial markets have had a major impact on financial institutions such as banks, insurers and pension funds. Applying ALM to investments has become extremely important", according to Mr van der Meer.
Many foreign students are interested in institutional asset management. Fellow lecturer Dr. Roelof Salomons, a partner at Pelargos Capital, is responsible for teaching through practical case studies. While the class is in session, students can participate in the investment game MyWallet, developed by Websiteexpress. This gives international students the opportunity to participate in investment education via internet.
Last modified: | 31 January 2018 11.53 a.m. |
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