Markowitz
Define and describe the Efficient Frontier and the process used to define the possible portfolios and to identify those that lie on the Efficient Frontier.
There are many challenges in determining mean-variance optimal portfolios and the appropriate portfolio for an individual investor, including estimating expected returns and covariances.
Define mean variance optimal and identify some of these challenges.
Discuss the arguments for concentration vs diversification.
Which do you believe is more valid? Why?