Module overview
This module introduces students to some relevant and current topics in quantitative finance that are relevant to practitioners as well as to academics. The module provides rigorous training in applying empirical methods to analyse financial decisions and market outcomes, based on the content in Financial Econometrics and Financial Economics in Semester 1.
Linked modules
Co-requisites: ECON6081 AND ECON6089
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- apply adequate econometric methods to address questions on financial decision-making and market outcomes
- use adequate statistical software in the analysis of financial decisions and markets
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- apply state of the art software for data analysis
- communicate quantitative reasoning in written form
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- key advanced econometric methods to analyse financial markets and financial data
- the limitations and assumptions underlying methods in financial econometrics
- current issues, methods, and conclusions of empirical research on financial markets
Syllabus
Indicative list of topics covered in this module:
- empirical asset pricing using multifactor models
- factor/quantitative investing
- portfolio theory
- risk management and systemic risk
- machine learning methods in finance
The content of this module builds on that of Financial Econometrics and Financial Economics.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures and masterclasses
Type | Hours |
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Independent Study | 126 |
Teaching | 24 |
Total study time | 150 |
Assessment
Assessment strategy
Assessment on this module will be in the form of a mid-term test (worth 20% of the final mark) during the semester and a final exam (80%). This is supproted by continuous formative assessment through problem sheets. Assessment is the same for internal repeat. Assessment for external repeat and referral is through final exam only.
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Final Exam | 80% |
Mid-term test | 20% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Final Exam | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Final Exam | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External