The document provides an introduction to a course on investments. It outlines the purpose of learning to manage money through investments to maximize benefits. It discusses learning about available investment alternatives and developing an analytical approach. The course will cover topics such as risk and return measurement, modern portfolio theory, equity and debt analysis, portfolio optimization and evaluation. It will use a mix of theory, practical applications and Microsoft Excel. The course will have 30 classes covering these topics and references various investment textbooks and notes.