Key words
Financial markets, financial assets
Objectives
Knowledge- Students should acquire in insight in the functioning of the different financial markets.
- They learn to use the correct financial terminology.
- They thoroughly study the assets traded on the financial markets so they can judge risk versus return and liquidity of the asset.
- Students study in depth the functioning of the stock exchanges, in particular Euronext.
- Students learn where to find the relevant financial information and how to interpret it.
Skills- Students learn to look critically at the publicity for financial investments.
- Students learn to solve practical problems and to apply the theory in practical situations.
- During the guided study sessions students acquire skills which are important in a real life working situation such as working independently, teamwork, accuracy, handling stress, solving practical problems, flexibility and an assertive attitude.
Topics
Financial markets
Cash markets
Bonds and bond markets
Equities and stock exchanges
Derivatives (options, warrants, futures, convertibles and reverse convertibles)
Real Estate Certificates
Mutual funds and trackers
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of economics and financial algebra(interest calculation).
Final Objectives
Materials used
Course material prepared by lecturer.
Financial newspaper: FET
Financial and corporate websites
Practical examples
Study costs
Photocopies at the standard price.
Study guidance
Students can consult the lecturer to discuss difficulties.
Teaching Methods
Ex cathedra
Interactive learning
Guided study sessions
Assessment
First exam session: written exam 100%.
Second exam session: written exam 100%.
Examination Board Flemish Community: (ditto regular student).
Lecturer(s)
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