BUAD 4310. Securities Regulation. 3 Hours.
Students examine the legal framework governing securities markets and capital formation in the United States, including federal and state securities laws and the strategies companies use to fund growth. Students explore the entire capital‑raising process—from initial public offerings and secondary offerings to crowdfunding and angel investing—while analyzing the disclosure rules that promote market transparency. This course covers hot topics like crypto assets and digital security regulation, insider trading, market manipulation, and whistleblower protection to understand how these laws shape modern finance. Through real‑world examples and interactive discussions, students gain practical insight into how securities laws shape modern financial markets and business decision‑making.
