FINM3063

Course Descriptions

With the rapid globalisation of the world economy, the managers of a firm have to understand that their decisions will be greatly influenced by variables such as exchange rate policies, trade policies, international accounting standards, etc. The aims of this course are to provide students with a basic knowledge of how international financial markets work; to provide students with an understanding of exchange rates and why currency values fluctuate, the international monetary system; balance of payments; parity conditions; foreign exchange rate determination and forecasting; derivatives; to explore methods used to manage risk in the global markets; to support student learning through site visits financial centres; and to provide an in-depth understanding of the process and techniques used in making international investment decisions.

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