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401-1001-01L 2 Credits

Randomness and Risk

Zufall und Risiko

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Paul Embrechts
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:55:08

Abstract

In this course we introduce the concepts of randomness and risk through several examples.

Objective

Based on intuition and a minimum of mathemmatical techniques, the students learn to appreciate the difficulties and excitement of modelling random phenomena.

General Information

Language
German

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Zufall und Risiko
  • Mon 15:15-17:00 (HG F 3)
2 h weekly

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