This is an advanced-level unit concentrating on various techniques in investment and financial risk management. Topics include the analysis of risk and return, financial derivatives, international bond markets, dependence modelling, banking regulations, managing market, credit, operational risk and economic capital. A strong emphasis is placed upon developing a rigorous analytical skill-base which can then be applied to real-world issues in the financial industry. -- Course Website
Instructor: Finance staff
Prerequisites: ACST603 or admission to MActPrac or MCom or MEc or MIntBus prior to 2011
