COURSE CURRICULUM

The modules in this program are designed to provide a thorough understanding of financial theory and its practical applications. Financial Theory and Applications offers a strong foundation in finance, focusing on investment and financing decisions, agency problems, capital budgeting, asset pricing models, and the impact of financing decisions on firm value and cost of capital. It emphasizes the critical evaluation of modern financial theories. The International Financial Markets module provides an overview of the global financial system, covering markets for foreign exchanges, stocks, bonds, and commodities, equipping students with essential knowledge of international finance. In International Risk Management, students are introduced to financial risk management theory and practice, with a focus on managing financial risk, arbitrage-free theories, financial derivatives, and the regulatory environment. The module helps develop risk modeling, analytical, and quantitative skills, utilizing tools like Bloomberg Financial Database and Capital IQ. Investment Management focuses on portfolio construction, estimating investment risks and returns, and the use of derivative instruments, providing students with practical investment strategies. Portfolio Theory and Equity Analysis delves into portfolio management and equity analysis, equipping students with the tools necessary to analyze real financial assets. The Research Methods and Dissertation module allows students to select a specialized topic in financial management, applying theoretical frameworks and up-to-date scholarly literature to produce a well-researched dissertation. Applied Econometrics helps students develop analytical and programming skills by exploring basic statistical methods and their application in finance, encouraging the use of previous knowledge in statistics and computer programming. This comprehensive curriculum prepares students for careers in finance, investment management, and risk analysis.