MJRP-APFNC v.1 Applied Finance Major (MCom)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This major is challenging and flexible program that develops global managerial competencies for professionals with financial responsibility. The program features guided independent research, team projects, and maximum use of information and communication technology. The course has a diverse coverage with specific focus on: corporate finance, investments, international business, banking and financial modelling.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply finance principles, theory and practice to current issues and trends in relation to financial markets
2. think creatively and reflectively to generate innovative solutions to complex financial scenarios
3. access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from a range of sources appropriate in financial scenarios; make valid judgements based on sound evidence; analyse case study material and journal articles
4. communicate effectively to clients, staff, professionals, management and industry within the ethical and professional framework of financial institutions; prepare written academic reports and prepare and deliver oral presentations at a professional standard
5. expertly use new and established technologies as they apply in financial markets
6. continue to acquire new knowledge and expertise in the field of finance using a range of learning strategies
7. describe and evaluate the impacts of financial markets and instruments in a global system; apply international standards and practices with in a global context
8. show broad understanding of relevant professional and cross cultural communication theoretical concepts; work effectively in multicultural team environments and make positive contributions to class discussions
9. work professionally and ethically both independently and collaboratively, complying with appropriate legislation and protocols
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| ECOM5000 | v.1 | Introductory Econometrics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE5008 | v.1 | Financial Principles and Analysis | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECON5010 | v.1 | Economic Principles | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ACCT5013 | v.1 | Intermediate Financial Accounting | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| FNCE5001 | v.1 | Integrated Financial Instruments and Markets | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE5006 | v.1 | Financial Statement Analysis | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG5004 | v.1 | Business Research Methods | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE5003 | v.1 | Advanced Business Financial Modelling | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| INVE5000 | v.1 | Portfolio Management Theory and Applications | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MGMT5003 | v.1 | Culture and Ethics in Business | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE5011 | v.1 | Contemporary Issues in International Finance | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE5000 | v.1 | Advanced Corporate Finance and Theory | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| INVE5001 | v.1 | Advanced Derivative Securities | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| FNCE5007 | v.1 | Finance Trading Strategies | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECON6005 | v.1 | Economics and Finance Business Project | 3.0 | 50.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
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