Dr. J. Douglas Ramsey Financial Markets Room

Professor speaking to students in Bloomberg lab

Our Finance Lab, also known as the Dr. J. Douglas Ramsey Financial Markets Room (163-2032), has 12 Bloomberg Terminals where students will learn and work on the Bloomberg terminals, surrounded by a scrolling stock ticker and a big screen TV reporting the latest industry news and live data.

Investment—from securities to real estate to bonds—is the heart of the global economy. There is a strong demand for professionals who can understand the laws that govern businesses as well as those who can maximize wealth and forecast market trends. Those who study in the Finance, Real Estate and Law (FRL) Department will receive a comprehensive understanding of financial markets, business law and government contracting. While the career paths may be different within the department, FRL faculty members are committed to helping every student become a financial leader.

The FRL department now offers students access to real-time financial market data at the touch of their fingertips. The school has recently acquired a Bloomberg Terminal for student use and faculty research.

The Bloomberg financial software brings the pace and excitement of real business and macroeconometrics into the classroom. Students gain hands-on experience using the same information and technology relied on by financial professionals all over the world to help gain an edge in a competitive job market.

Fall 2026 Lab Hours (Beginning Sept 10, 2026)

  • Tuesday 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed on Nov 11 for Veterans' Day)
  • Thursday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed on Nov 26 for Thanksgiving holiday)

Trade Like a Pro

Having access to the Bloomberg Software is a distinct advantage for FRL majors in the following disciplines:

  • Corporate Finance
  • Derivatives
  • International Trade
  • Investment Banking
  • Investment & Portfolio Management
  • Portfolio Theory
  • Securities Analysis 

Student Managed Investment Fund Headquarters

Members of the 2018 student managed investment fund

Members of the Student Managed Investment fund rely on the Dr. J. Douglas Ramsey Financial Markets Room to prepare for upcoming competitions and manage a real, six-figure portfolio. 

Student Managed Investment Fund/Bronco Asset Management Website

Key Contributors

The FRL faculty and students would like to thank the following alumni for their contributions to this project:

  • Douglas Ramsey
  • David Alvarado