Teaching and assessment for Applied Finance in Practice BSc (Hons)

This module covers the micro aspects of the economy by focusing on the basic theories of consumer and firm behaviour under various settings.

You will learn about the conditions in which markets will or will not produce desirable outcomes and the role of government in improving the operation of markets.

This module gives understanding of how an organisation develops and implements strategy, including technological developments and ethical implications.

It will also introduce current thinking and developments in applying technology to all aspects of modern finance, and particularly to Accounting Information Systems.

It will also develop analytical thinking and IT skills.

Understanding management accounting techniques is key in the operation of a business. The goal of management accounting is to provide accurate financial information for effective planning, control, and decision-making by managers.

This module highlights the role of management accountants to help senior executives make decisions and exercise control over operations.

Understanding management accounting techniques is key in the operation of a business. The goal of management accounting is to provide accurate financial information for effective planning, control, and decision-making by managers.

This module highlights the role of management accountants to help senior executives make decisions and exercise control over operations.

An introduction to the decisions made by a financial manager, such as investment decisions, risk analysis, working capital management based on financial data and using spreadsheet packages such as Excel. 

Macroeconomic decisions are made every day that impact our lives, you will learn more about these Policies and how governments make their decisions.

Using Econland, an economic simulation game, you will have the chance to make the Macroeconomic decisions and learn how the theories work in practise.

Learn about investing across borders, the history and current operation of multinationals, the role of corporate treasurers and the wider economic environment.

Explore the topics of exchange rates, interest rates, markets and political risk.

Financial institutions, like banks, investment firms, and insurers, offer vital services such as funds management, lending, investing, and risk mitigation, playing a key role in economies and individuals' financial well-being. Learn about the services they offer and the role they play in the global economic environment.

The module provides an introduction to the estimation, interpretation and use of bivariate regression models in applied economics.

By the end of the module you should have a sound understanding of the principles of statistical inference and the practical skills to estimate simple economic relationships in a competent manner.

You will learn how to check a company's financial health with numbers, e.g. ratios to understand if a company can pay its debts, or if it is reasonable to buy its shares.

You will gain insight on how data can help predict the future and learn lessons from the past.

The module considers a range of applied econometric topics, building on the introductory Principles of Econometrics (BU31002) module.

You will learn about econometric principles and the practical skills to specify and estimate multivariate economic relationships.

This module will introduce you to the research process and the key steps involved in undertaking a project. As well as the main quantitative and qualitative methods used in accounting and finance research, you will also learn about the importance of assumptions, theory and literature in research design.

The module will explore the quantitative theory of financial pricing and risk management of financial derivatives, such as options and futures.

You will learn about the concepts, mechanics, and practical applications of options and futures, including their valuation, risk mitigation, and trading strategies.

You will explore pricing theories and models that determine the appropriate prices or values of assets.

This module gives insight into how investors perceive and evaluate various investment opportunities.

You will learn about the techniques used to value the assets that are traded in modern markets and included in investors' portfolios.

You will also learn about the way in which behavioural finance thinking can help in predicting and understanding investors' portfolio decision-making.

This module combines both theory and practical, it means that upon graduation from your undergraduate degree you will already have experience of working as a business professional. The Pagoda Project support you in finding a suitable Internship from which you will write a report with the support of a supervisor.

You will learn about the importance of corporate governance in the modern world.

This includes discussion of attempts to introduce rules setting out board structure and conduct, as well as the implications of large scale failures. International comparisons of systems and outcomes are made throughout.

The module looks at issues associated with corporate restructuring events such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), buyouts, and strategic alliances.

These events are some of the most important in the growth and development of a business.