313411 (v.1) Commodity Derivatives and Risk Management 602
| Area: | Department of Minerals and Energy Economics |
|---|---|
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 36.0 |
| Tuition Patterns: | The tuition pattern provides details of the types of classes and their duration. This is to be used as a guide only. Precise information is included in the unit outline. |
| Lecture: | 9 x 4 Hours Semester |
| Prerequisite(s): |
10939 (v.6)
Natural Resources Economics 601
or any previous version
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| Syllabus: | The unit will cover both the theory and application of the various types of derivatives instruments, as well as the markets in which they trade. The roles of hedgers and speculators in these markets will be studied, along with the influence of regulation and regulators and how these differ around the world. The unit will also address the role of emissions derivatives in meeting uncertain obligations related to the operation in energy industries and energy intensive industries. |
| Unit references, texts, outcomes and assessment details | The most up-to-date information about unit references, texts and outcomes, will be provided in the unit outline. |
| Field of Education: | 091900 Economics and Econometrics (Narrow Grouping) |
| Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Partially Online Internal | Area External | Central External | Fully Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Perth City Campus | Trimester 2 | Y |
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