Institutions in the Global Fin Market (738N1)
Institutions in the Global Financial Market
Module 738N1
Module details for 2023/24.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module examines the roles played by financial institutions in the global financial market structure and the ways in which these institutions manage risks in their investments, with a particular focus on management of operational risk. It addresses investment banking and the roles banks and other market participants such as rating agencies play in the financial markets. The module gives detailed exploration of the nature of operational risk and the way risk management is practiced in financial services firms. It compares and contrasts the prevailing regulatory approaches and provide in-depth discussions on the international frameworks for regulating and managing operational risk. The process of compliance with these regulations is discussed using both lectures and case study materials. The module also includes discussions of corporate scandals, the role of the financial media, and prospects for future regulations
Full Module Description
This module examines the roles played by financial institutions in the global financial market structure and the ways in which these institutions manage risks in their investments, with a particular focus on management of operational risk. It addresses investment banking and the roles banks and other market participants such as rating agencies play in the financial markets. The module gives detailed exploration of the nature of operational risk and the way risk management is practiced in financial services firms. It compares and contrasts the prevailing regulatory approaches and provide in-depth discussions on the international frameworks for regulating and managing operational risk. The process of compliance with these regulations is discussed using both lectures and case study materials. The module also includes discussions of corporate scandals, the role of the financial media, and prospects for future regulations
Module learning outcomes
Critically evaluate the roles played by the various financial institutions, including commercial and investment banks, rating agencies, and financial regulatory bodies.
Critically discuss the principles and role of operational risk and its impact on the financial services sector.
Provide a systematic understanding of the principles of financial regulation as they relate to global finance.
Critically examine the role played by compliance and risk management in financial services firms
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 25.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Take Away paper | T1 Week 7 (24 hours) | 100.00% |
| Essay (2000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Wed 16:00 | 75.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11111011111 |
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