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  1. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.15 CDS-Bond Basis, Default Probabilities & the Merton Model

    Learning Objectives: Define and explain CDS-bond basis. Compare default probabilities calculated from historical data with those calculated from credit yield spreads. Describe the difference between real-world and risk-neutral default probabilities and determine which one to use in the analysis...
  2. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.10 Sovereign Default Risk Assessment Methods

    @jnrngzhng Thank you for pointing this out. It has been fixed.
  3. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.13 Evaluating Ratings Credit Risk and Predicting Defaults

    @jnrngzhng Yes, T6 = Topic 6, Credit Risk We label our practice questions to reflect the part, topic, and year written. This set(P2-T6-24), for example, reflects a Part 2, Topic 6 practice question written in 2024.
  4. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.12 Single-Factor Model and Granularity

    @jnrngzhng The answers to our practice questions are available to members who have purchased one of our FRM study packages. You can view the features of each study package here: https://www.bionicturtle.com/frm-part-2#frmPackages. If you have any questions, please contact our support team, and...
  5. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.14 Hazard Rates, Recovery Dynamics & Credit Default Swap Mechanics

    Learning Objectives: Define the hazard rate and use it to define probability functions for default time as well as to calculate conditional and unconditional default probabilities. Describe recovery rates and their dependencies on default rates. Define a credit default swap (CDS) and explain its...
  6. Nicole Seaman

    P1.T4.24.9. Key Risk Indicators, The Power Law, Moral Hazard and Adverse Selection

    Learning Objectives: Describe how to identify causal relationships and how to use Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and education to measure and manage operational risks. Describe the allocation of operational risk capital to business units. Explain how to use...
  7. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.13 Evaluating Ratings Credit Risk and Predicting Defaults

    Learning Objectives: Compare agencies’ ratings to internal credit rating systems. Describe linear discriminant analysis (LDA), define the Altman’s Z-score and its usage, and apply LDA to classify a sample of firms by credit quality. Describe the relationship between borrower rating and...
  8. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT 2024 Part 1 New and Updated Published Materials

    Quantitative Analysis QA-14 Ch14 Machine Learning Methods Instructional Video published 05/07/24 QA-15 Ch15 Machine Learning and Prediction Instructional Video published 05/07/24
  9. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT Introducing Bionic Turtle's New Interactive Practice Question Platform!

    @AUola2165 Thank you! I am still working on inputting some of the more recent PQs that we've published here in the forum and in the PDF, but we are very excited to offer this new feature! :)
  10. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT Introducing Bionic Turtle's New Interactive Practice Question Platform!

    We are excited to announce the release of our new Interactive Practice Question Platform, designed to revolutionize your FRM® exam prep experience! This innovative platform, available with the purchase of an Advanced or Professional study package, is packed with benefits that will help you...
  11. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT 2024 Part 2 New and Updated Published Materials

    Liquidity & Treasury Risk Measurement and Management LTR-7: Castagna, Ch 6: Monitoring Liquidity Instructional Video Published 04/29/24
  12. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT 2024 Part 2 New and Updated Published Materials

    Credit Risk Measurement & Management CR-5 & CR-6: Doumpos, Analytical Techniques in the Assessment of Credit Risk, Chapters 1 & 2 New Practice Questions Set published 04/29/24 CR-11 & CR22: Malz, Chapters 8 & 9 New Practice Questions published 04/29/24
  13. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT 2024 Part 2 New and Updated Published Materials

    Current Issues Review of the Federal Reserve's Supervision and Regulation of Silicon Valley Bank Study Notes published 04/29/24 The Credit Suisse CoCo Wipeout: Facts, Misperceptions, and Lessons for Financial Regulation Study Notes published 04/29/24 Artificial Intelligence and Bank...
  14. Nicole Seaman

    IMPORTANT 2024 Part 2 New and Updated Published Materials

    Liquidity & Treasury Risk Measurement and Management LTR-14: Tuckman, Chapter 12. Repurchase Agreements & Financing New Instructional Video published 04/26/24
  15. Nicole Seaman

    P1.T4.24.8 Monte Carlo simulations, loss frequency data issues, and scenario analysis

    Learning Objectives: Explain how a loss distribution is derived from an appropriate loss frequency distribution and loss severity distribution using Monte Carlo simulations. Describe the common data issues that can introduce inaccuracies and biases in the estimation of loss frequency and...
  16. Nicole Seaman

    P1.T4.24.7 Operational risk, BIA, AMA & SMA

    Learning Objectives: Describe the different categories of operational risk and explain how each type of risk can arise. Compare the basic indicator approach, the standardized approach, and the advanced measurement approach for calculating operational risk regulatory capital. Describe the...
  17. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.12 Single-Factor Model and Granularity

    Learning Objectives: Describe the use of a single-factor model to measure portfolio credit risk, including the impact of correlation. Define beta and calculate the asset return correlation of any pair of firms using the single factor model. Using the single-factor model, estimate the probability...
  18. Nicole Seaman

    P2.T6.24.11. Correlation-based credit, credit portfolio framework, and Credit VaR

    Learning Objectives: Define and calculate default correlation for credit portfolios. Identify drawbacks in using the correlation-based credit portfolio framework. Assess the impact of correlation on a credit portfolio and its Credit VaR. Describe the use of a single-factor model to measure...
  19. Nicole Seaman

    Course Errors Found in 2024 Study Materials P2.T10 Current issues

    Please use this new thread to let us know about any errors, missing/broken links, etc., that you find in the 2024 materials that are published in the study planner under P2.T10 Current issues. This keeps our forum organized. We appreciate your cooperation! :) PLEASE NOTE: Our Practice Question...
  20. Nicole Seaman

    Course Errors Found in 2024 Study Materials P2.T9. Investment Management

    Please use this new thread to let us know about any errors, missing/broken links, etc., that you find in the 2024 materials that are published in the study planner under P2.T9. Investment Management. This keeps our forum organized. We appreciate your cooperation! :) PLEASE NOTE: Our Practice...
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