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Financial Economics (ECON40015)
HonoursPoints: 12.5Not available in 2019
Overview
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This subject examines the economics of financial markets and financial institutions, including a substantial component of financial economic theory and some important current issues in the management of financial institutions and the evolution of financial markets. Topics include the theory of choice under certainty and uncertainty, asset and option pricing models, efficient markets theory, risk management and the theory of the term structure of interest rates.
Intended learning outcomes
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Generic skills
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High level of development: written communication; problem solving; team work; application of theory to practice; critical thinking.
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Moderate level of development: collaborative learning; statistical reasoning; receptiveness to alternative ideas.
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Some level of development: oral communication.
Last updated: 3 November 2022