Practical application of the concepts we study will help you master techniques & form an understand

The assignment is a group project requiring you to compare quantitative approaches to portfolio construction. The assignment will involve some research (looking at journals), data analysis, and reporting. Rationale This assignment is designed to: 1. Learn by doing. Practical application of the concepts we study will help you master techniques and form an understanding of how they fit together. 2. Develop your awareness of the challenges encountered outside of textbook examples and the sort of strategies you can use to work around or find solutions. 3. Develop your research skills. 4. Develop your ability to co-ordinate efforts, manage your resources and work in a group. 5. Develop your written and oral communication skills.