The Duquesne University Investment
Center operates under a continuously updated
technology and operational infrastructure. At
the Center, you will find:
- Twenty computers equipped with traditional
software applications as well as custom software
by BridgeStation, an industry leader in trading
room technology. Through this software,
students have access to real-time data on worldwide
stock, bond, futures, options and currency
markets.
- Databases supplied by Bloomberg®, Reuters®,
Morningstar®, Ibbotson®, Compustat®,
CSI® and KLD®, each of which provides
extensive historical data and current information
to support investment research.
- Video display technology that allows instructors
to demonstrate applications and capture data
while students observe and learn the processes.
- A dedicated staff, including a full time
professional manager to assist students in
using the technology.
- A tickertape display of stock prices listing
real-time transactions.
- Flat screen monitors that broadcast financial
news reports throughout the day.
- International time zone displays for London,
Hong Kong, Tokyo and New York.
An operating schedule that was established based
upon student feedback and makes the Center available
at least sixty-four hours per week for student
access. |
