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Financial Economics MA
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Objectives
Optional modules allow you to specialise in issues regarding portfolio theory and the efficiency of financial markets; the operation and development of financial risk management; the financial sector of developing countries; and/or international trade and finance. You will also develop your ability to write as an economist expert in financial issues and, in doing so, further deepen you knowledge and understanding of your chosen specialisms.
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Entry requirements
If you are interested in developing your knowledge of economic analysis and its applications, and would also like the opportunity to focus on financial economics, this course is ideal.
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Academic title
Financial Economics MA
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Course description
What will you study?
You will develop your knowledge of financial economics by taking specialist option modules related to your specific interests. Some core modules will provide you with an in-depth understanding of macro- and microeconomics and applied econometrics. Others will improve your research and writing skills whilst further developing your specialisms. Finally, you will work individually with a member of staff to choose a topic for your dissertation, research this topic and write up your conclusions.
Course structure
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list.
Core modules
-Microeconomic Analysis
-Macroeconomic Analysis
-Econometrics
-Research Skills and Methods in Economics
-Literature Review
-Writing Economic Reports
-Dissertation
Option modules
-Financial Risk Management
-Corporate Finance
-International Trade and Finance
-Money, Banking and International Finance in Developing Countries
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