MSc Global Financial Trading
Programme Handbook 2012/13
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Table of Contents
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Welcome to this Programme .......................................................................................... 5
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Introduction .................................................................................................................... 6
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Programme Management and Student Support ............................................................. 8
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3.1.
The Programme Team ............................................................................................ 8
3.2.
Moodle .................................................................................................................... 8
3.3.
Learning Resources................................................................................................ 8
3.4.
Student Support...................................................................................................... 9
3.5.
Learning Support and Special Arrangements .......................................................... 9
3.6.
Student Feedback ................................................................................................... 9
Your Programme Aims and Learning Outcomes .......................................................... 10 4.1.
Programme Aims and Objectives .......................................................................... 10
4.2.
Intended Learning Outcomes ................................................................................ 11
4.2.1.
Knowledge and Understanding ...................................................................... 11
4.2.2.
Cognitive (thinking) Skills ............................................................................... 11
4.2.3.
Practical Skills................................................................................................ 12
4.2.4.
Transferrable Skills ........................................................................................ 12
Programme Structure ................................................................................................... 13 5.1.
Study Map ............................................................................................................ 13
5.2.
Modules ................................................................................................................ 14
5.3.
Assessments ........................................................................................................ 19
5.4.
Cascade of Awards ............................................................................................... 20
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1. Welcome to this Programme
Dear Students, Welcome to your programme of study at Coventry University London Campus! We are really excited having you as students, and hope you will always feel welcome, respected, supported and academically stretched. Coventry University London Campus (CULC, pronounce “see-you-ell-see”, not “culc”, to avoid a painful twist in your tongue) exhibits a new, 21st century-style of learning. We are strongly based on the tradition of high-quality teaching at Coventry University and deliver state-of-the-art teaching in a state-of-the-art business environment. This programme handbook aims at giving you the most important contact names of people who care for you, and providing you with an overview of the programme and its modules. Should you have any questions in addition to this, please contact the appropriate staff. Some of you may come straight from their first degree studies, others studied abroad and are new to UK higher education, or may have returned to higher education to speed up or change their careers. At whatever stage you are and whichever background you bring to your studies, we will assist you on this journey with workshops, specific feedback sessions, and personal surgeries with your tutors. Please do talk to us should you have any concerns regarding your studies or personal matters that could affect your studies. We take your personal development and well-being very, very serious and are always there to help you. Our building is still new. I hope you will soon make this place your own and contribute to our academic and social life. Please let me or the colleagues at the Student Services Desk know if we can be of any assistance and if you would like to make suggestion for improvement. Also, we would like to encourage you to take part in our social life and contribute actively to it by organising or suggesting events. As a Programme Co-ordinator, I am responsible for the smooth running of the programme and all its modules. I am committed to offering the highest possible standard of learning, teaching, assessment and pastoral care to you and am always keen to receive feedback from you, either via email or during my office hours. I look forward to working with you and wish you all success in your studies. Best wishes, Andreas Nabor
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2. Introduction The international business environment is currently undergoing a series of fundamental and far-reaching economic, social, technological and geo-political changes. These changes have led to the emergence of a new and very different market reality that demands of managers and operators very different patterns of thinking and behaviour. This applies in particular to financial markets and global financial trading. Our MSc Global Financial Trading programme has been designed to explore in detail the nature and implications of these changes and provide students with the skills and mindsets that will allow them to operate within and lead the organisations of the future. In doing this, we focus not just upon issues of leadership and financial trading, but also upon the ways in which the current managerial paradigms might most effectively be re-thought and new patterns of thinking implemented. Trading is at the core of global financial markets and covers a broad spectrum of activities, from arbitrage and market making by individual traders to proprietary trading by financial institutions. An understanding of trading economics and global economic fundamentals, of market behaviour analysis and technical indicators is essential to be a successful trader. The MSc Global Financial Trading, by focusing on trading and the behaviour of global financial markets and making use of a dedicated, state-of-the art simulated trading floor, is ideally placed to provide students with a practical exposure and hands on experience in the art of trading. The programme has been devised in close collaboration with industry experts and informed by the advice of the highest level practitioners in this field. Students on this programme utilise the new trading floor established at CULC with specifically designed simulation software. This provides the programme with a distinctive and innovative edge. The programme also delivers the training for the Financial Information Associate Certificate, (FSID) recognised by the world’s leading financial infor mation companies and designed for practitioners in the global electronic financial information industry, who are relatively new to their chosen careers. The programme addresses the needs of individuals looking to pursue a career in global financial trading or to further their knowledge of global financial markets. The programme examines the principles of equity trading and evaluation, bond trading and financial derivatives. Using the simulated trading floor on a regular basis, students gain hands on experience of global financial trading and an unrivalled competitive advantage in the global finance employment market. This programme provides students with the practical skills necessary to effectively lead in the fast-paced world of global financial markets. The programme will help students to develop the ability to make trading decisions under pressure and based on incomplete information, synthesising fundamental, technical and behavioural market information in real time. The programme will equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to lead effectively in the fast-paced world of global financial markets. The MSc Global Financial Trading programme has been designed to reflect CULC educational philosophy and to be consistent with other existing CULC Masters programmes.
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MSc Global Financial Trading Hence, very deliberately, it is designed to be intensive and to demand a great deal of its students, since it is only in this way that they will develop the skills needed to operate effectively within the global market place. The curricular ‘DNA’ of the CULC Masters’ programmes informs, shapes and drives the design and development of the curriculum. ‘DNA’ is conventionally said to be the building blocks of life and the CULC Masters’ curricular ‘DNA’ is no different: all act ivity at CULC stems from the curricular ‘DNA strands’, each of which have an essential role and combine
to make the CULC experience unique. At CULC the essential curricular strands are: Career-building 21st-century-learning driven Technology-enabled Internationally-orientated
Teaching, learning and assessment at CULC is infused with all strands of the curricular ‘DNA’ and students will benefit from this cohesive and coherent approach to the design of the London programmes and modules. It is the mission of CULC to partner with employers to deliver 21st century learning through a real business experience in the heart of London. In terms of its teaching, learning and assessment this means: 1. 2.
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The programme design and its modules have been approved as career relevant by a range of key stakeholders, A number of critical modules will be specifically informed by the requirements of ‘professional recognition’ which results in curriculum which is derived from current business practice The Programme is delivered by respected academics and practitioners who have direct experience of financial trading and are passionate about teaching Learning success is enhanced by the clear communication of programme and module outcomes and these underpin all teaching and assessment activity which takes place Academic and business technology is employed where it assists in the achievement of the learning outcomes. The simulated trading floor will be regularly used by students. Programmes include a range of level specific internship, work-based projects and work experience opportunities, which are explicitly linked to the learning outcomes of the programme Programmes and modules are internationally orientated to develop participants’ intercultural fluency as a reflection of the growing importance of international business Assessment is also career relevant in its style and format
The learning and assessment of the programmes also reflects an action learning approach and is therefore focused upon group work, business simulations and real-world activities, all of which are underpinned by analysis and synthesis.
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The programme will develop students as individuals who are well-equipped to meet the leadership challenges of the future. They will, therefore, emerge from the programme with well-developed powers of analysis, clear perspectives on strategy and strategic thinking, and highly effective communication and research skills, all of which are demanded by employers in the private, public, and third sectors.
3. Programme Management and Student Support 3.1.
The Programme Team
Your programme team consists of your programme co-ordinator, your module co-ordinators and tutors, and your programme administrator. The programme co-ordinator for this programme is Andreas Nabor. Andreas is based in room 1.07. You can contact him via email, after each class, or during his office hours that are advertised at the Student Services Desk. The programme administrator for this programme is Dionne Cox. Dionne is based in the Administration Office. You can contact her via email or during her office hours that are advertised at the Student Services Desk. Module co-ordinators change from term to term, and their names and contact details will be available from the Module Guide on Moodle.
3.2.
Moodle
Moodle houses all the information you will require whilst studying at CULC. You can log onto Moodle using your University username and password at: moodle.coventry.ac.uk/culc If you have any problems logging onto Moodle and accessing your modules, please contact the IT helpdesk situated in the LRC on floor 5.
3.3.
Learning Resources
The Learning Resource Centre is located on floor 5 of Coventry University London Campus and can help you with a range of things from how to access the online resources, advice on plagiarism, English language support to any IT queries linking to your studies which you might have. You have all been issued with a University IT account. For security reasons, please use your Coventry University email address when contacting a member of staff at CULC. Please ensure you check your University email address on a regular basis to ensure you do not miss any important information relating to the University or your course. If you have any questions about any of the above please visit the LRC.
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3.4.
Student Support
If you need advice at any point during your studies at CULC please contact the student services desk located on floor 1. This desk is open between 8am and 6pm. The student services team are there to provide you with pastoral and academic support and advice during your studies at CULC and can help with a range of things from course information, accommodation issues or provide visa and finance advice.
3.5.
Learning Support and Special Arrangements
The university is committed to equality. If you feel you require special arrangements to facilitate your learning and assessment, please talk to the student services team.
3.6.
Student Feedback
We at Coventry University London Campus are constantly improving and developing our provision of services and appreciate your constructive feedback. Whilst we are always grateful for your suggestions and feedback, we have some regular, formal ways of gathering feedback, too:
3.6.1.
Module Feedback
Close to the end of each module, you will be asked to complete an online questionnaire about your study experience in this module. Please take this exercise serious, take time and complete the questionnaire as detailed as possible. It will inform the further delivery of this module. Your tutor will then respond to your feedback via Moodle, and also update the Module Guide for future cohorts, informing them how your feedback has helped to develop this module.
3.6.2.
Annual Programme Feedback
Close to the end of each year of study, you will be asked to complete an online questionnaire about your study experience on this programme. Please take this exercise serious, take time and complete the questionnaire as detailed as possible. It will inform the further delivery of this programme. Your programme co-ordinator will then respond to your feedback via Moodle, and also update the Programme Handbook for future cohorts, informing them how your feedback has helped to shape this programme.
3.6.3.
Course Consultative Committee
The Course Consultative Committee (CCC) is a meeting of student representatives from all programmes and cohorts. It is a forum for both staff and students to raise academic and non-academic matters relating to the programmes. The CCC normally meets once per term. It can meet more often on either students’ or staff’s request.
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It has been designed to allow students to communicate any issues and opinions to relevant CULC staff and discuss how to resolve any problems. We discuss views on all aspects of the nature, delivery and quality of the programmes, explore and discuss future developments of the programmes or other services, and gather student opinion on subject of interest to the committee. At around week 3 of your first term of each year of stu dy you will be asked to appoint representatives of your cohort. Please consider standing for the CCC yourself or nominate people that you think would represent your cohort well. Being a member of the CCC will be a chance to help develop your leadership skills and an opportunity to represent your fellow students. In return for this experience you are required to attend at least one full meeting a term. The full terms of reference for the CCC are available from the Student Portal.
4. Your Programme Aims and Learning Outcomes 4.1.
Programme Aims and Objectives
General Objectives are to: PG Certificate
provide the framework within which students can develop an analytical understanding of Global Financial Trading in the context of a changed environment; foster in students a commitment to personal development, a reflective style of management and a responsibility for their own learning.
PG Diploma
provide students with the opportunities to develop a range of skills and the ability to apply a variety of international financial tools and techniques relevant in real-world global financial trading scenarios; stimulate a proactive approach to organisational issues that illustrate an understanding of the impact that a changing international environment has had and continued to have on global financial markets and the context within which international financial retailers, managers and trading organisations operate.
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encourage students to demonstrate their capacity to enact the principles of global strategic trading and become effective leaders in international organisations that operate in financial products;
MSc Global Financial Trading provide students with well-developed powers of analysis, strategic approaches and communication skills to meet the leadership challenges of a rapidly changing global financial trading industry.
4.2.
Intended Learning Outcomes
4.2.1.
Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of the programme students will be able to: KU1: the impact of contextual forces on organisations operating in the global finance and global trading industry, including banking, legal and regulatory systems; ethical, economic, environmental, social and technological change issues; international developments and corporate governance KU2: financial trading markets and customers: the development and operation of markets for resources, goods and services; expectations of customers and equivalent stakeholders, service and orientation. KU3: the concepts, processes and institutions in the creation and trading of financial goods and/or services; the management of resources and operations related to global financial trading; KU4: the financing of the business enterprise or other forms of organisations: sources, uses and management of finance; use of accounting for managerial and financial reporting applications; KU5: the management and development of people within organisations, with particular reference to the financial trading industry: organisational theory, behaviour, industrial/employee relations, human resource management, change management. KU6: the uses and limitations of a range of research methods/techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, and an understanding of their strengths and weaknesses for providing information and evaluating options in an uncertain organisational environment; KU7: the development, management and exploitation of information systems and their impact on organisations; KU8: the use of relevant communication and information technologies for application in business and management within a international knowledgebased economy; KU9: the development of appropriate business policies and strategies within a changing context to meet stakeholder interests.
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Cognitive (thinking) Skills
On successful completion of the course a student will be able to: CS1: Critical thinking and creativity: manage creative processes in self and others; organise thoughts, analysis, synthesis, critical appraisal. This includes the
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capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements in terms of evidence, detect false logic or reasoning, identify implicit values, define terms adequately and generalise appropriately. CS2: Problem solving and decision making: establish criteria, using appropriate decision techniques including identifying, formulating and solving business problems; create, identify and evaluate options; implement and review decisions. CS3: Information and knowledge: scan and organise data, abstracting meaning from information and sharing knowledge.
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Practical Skills
On successful completion of the course a student should be able to: PS1: Apply business and management models and theories in an organisational context. PS2: Continuously develop skills and knowledge in business and management to be able to apply appropriate and timely solutions to business problems. PS3: Conduct research into business and management issues.
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Transferrable Skills
On successful completion of the course a student will be able to: TS1: Apply numeracy and quantitative skills including the use of models of business situations; qualitative research skills. TS2: Make effective use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). TS3: Use two-way communication: listening, negotiating and persuading or influencing others; oral and written communication, using a range of media, including the preparation of business reports. TS4: Demonstrate personal effectiveness: self-awareness and self-management; time management; sensitivity to diversity in people and different situations; the ability to continue learning. TS5: Demonstrate effective performance within a team environment and the ability to recognise and utilise individuals' contributions in group processes; team selection, delegation, development and management. TS6: Demonstrate leadership and performance management: selecting appropriate leadership style for situations; setting targets, motivating, monitoring performance, coaching and mentoring, continuous improvement. TS7: Recognise ethical situations, applying ethical and organisational values to situations and choices. TS8: Demonstrate learning through reflection on practice and experience.
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5. Programme Structure 5.1.
Study Map
Generally, the structure of your studies will be as follows however, changes may occur: Term Module
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APS Academic and Professional Skills M010LON Global Financial Markets M039LON Trading Economics ECS Employability and Consulting Skills M009LON Banking Regulation and Risk M042LON Valuation of Securities and Equity Trading M040LON Understanding Financial Reporting M001LON Business and Management Research Methods M011LON Financial Enterprise and Social Responsibility M043LON Advanced Valuation of securities and Bond Trading M041LON Financial Derivatives Trading Choice of one Term 4 Option from: M027LON Internship M028LON Group Simulation Project M029LON Group Consulting Project M030LON Dissertation M034LON Individual Consulting Project
Each module (except APS and ECS) counts for 15 credits. The term 4 optional modules count for 45 credits. Modules M001 ~ M011 will be taken together with other programmes’ students. Modules
M039 ~ M043 are specialist MSc Global Financial Trading modules.
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5.2. 5.2.1.
Modules Term 1
Academic and Professional Skills The transition into learning at a new level poses all students a differing level of challenge. The aim of this module is to ensure students have a clear understanding of the requirements of postgraduate study and provide them with a range of skills that will enable them to navigate their programme of study with the greatest chance of success.
The module begins with a consideration of themselves as learners and an opportunity for personal evaluation to identify individual strengths and weaknesses, and their goals for their postgraduate study. Students will review their learning history and their personal motivations as well as their preferred learning style. They will be encouraged to carry out this form of self-evaluation periodically throughout their programme of study to recognise progress made and identify any further areas for development. The module will consider the range of skills required for successful academic study and provide students with an opportunity to develop these skills within a supportive and culturally sensitive environment. The module guides students to develop confidence and competence in their ability to read, write and research appropriately in their field of study, developing IT and interpersonal skills that are required to work independently and as part of team. Typical topics include research and writing skills for business, leading and developing multicultural teams, and making successful decisions in complex and ambiguous situations. As a result of this self-evaluation students will have identified their individual strengths and weaknesses with regard to their academic and independent learning skills. This module forms the first of two modules that make up the ASPIRE Programme. An integral part all postgraduate programmes, ASPIRE continues CULC’s commitment to delivering the business skills that employers are demanding from graduates entering the workplace. On successful completion of the programme, students will receive a CULC Certificate of Participation to reflect their commitment to their own personal and professional development as a future leader. M010LON Global Financial Markets A critical understanding of financial markets enables leaders and managers to ap preciate the fundamental relationship between the financial management function and business strategy. Applying financial management knowledge and skills improves an organisation’s effectiveness and efficiency. In today’s highly com petitive business environment, both private and government organisations are increasingly putting more emphasis in this area to achieve their objectives.
The module emphasises business awareness, proactive and logical thinking, research and critical analysis to help managers make sound strategic financial decisions on a global scale. A distinctive module feature is its focus on present-day national an d global developments in the world markets. By its use of a powerful simulation tool this module brings to life the world of the city trader and enables students to gain a critical understanding of the complexities
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MSc Global Financial Trading that surround the financial markets. This real world focus provides immediate value to students’ present or potential employers. Helping an organisa tion compete more successfully through better strategy and financial management can be a rewarding career, in the UK or internationally. Financial management is no longer only for accountants, but is an important requirement amongst managers across all business functions. This course offers students with an excellent platform, post-graduation, to enter the fast-changing worlds of global business managers. M039LON Trading Economics This module aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to economic theory and policy, and to enable students to analyse the various links between microeconomics, macroeconomics and financial markets.
Little moves entire financial markets more than macroeconomic events and policy decisions: Economic growth (as measured by a change in GDP), inflation, unemployment and the Balance of Payment are indicators of the overall development of countries and entire regions. Thus, they influence the value of firms, exchange rates and interest rates. Legions of economists work in the financial industry to forecast these indicators, because they are so important. A solid understanding of economic principles is paramount for successful traders. Students will learn how economic events influence asset prices, how to interpret and analyse economic data and events, and how economic development can be forecast.
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Term 2
Employability and Consulting Skills In this module, students will develop and enhance their professional profile by critically evaluating their employability skills, competencies and attitudes to make the most of workbased opportunities to build on their development needs.
The goal for students in this highly interactive module is not only to understand the needs of employers in a chosen industry but to also to understand to present yourself with confidence and passion as the ideal candidate. Students experience a live consulting simulation to test how well they perform in a real business experience – building effective working relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering compelling presentations to win a client’s support. Throughout the module, students receive formative feedback to support them in reflecting on their experiences and focus on their development needs. M009LON Banking Regulation and Risk The role of risk management is becoming more important as both banks and supervisors around the world increasingly recognize that sound risk management practices are vital, not only for the success of individual banks, but also for the banking system as a whole. An important component of this journey towards becoming more risk aware, is education and training.
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This module is designed for individuals to develop their knowledge and understanding of the various risks, regulations and supervisory requirements a bank must face in today's environment. Those who work in banking, regulatory agencies, consulting firms, government bodies, central banks and academic institutions will all benefit from this module but it is also relevant to all managers who are involved in business banking for them to gain an understanding of the constraints and challenges faced by all banks. M040LON Understanding Financial Accounting and Reporting A critical understanding of financial reporting is an essential skill for investors and traders. The meaningful interpretation and analysis of balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements to discern a company's investment qualities is the basis for smart investment choices.
This module provides students with an introductory understanding of financial reports from the trading and investment viewpoints. It examines and integrates the main branches of financial accounting, financial management, and corporate finance. Starting with an examination of the fundamental accounting concepts, we then focus on the interpretation of a set of company accounts, which is a most useful source of information to the external users within the province of financial reports. Furthermore, the module investigates and illustrates how traders should abstract and use the information from companies’ annual report for their trading analysis and decision; it also evaluates how and to what extent the roles of financial reporting are achieved in a trading floor. M042LON Valuation of Securities and Equity Trading This module focuses on a wide range of up-to-date financial instruments for financing and investment in today’s financial markets. It also introduces to trading mechanisms in the markets and the investment process in the securities markets. By introducing modern portfolio theory, the CAPM model, it helps students to learn techniques for constructing, measuring and optimally selecting a portfolio of risky assets. This module also discusses the Market Efficiency Hypotheses theory, implications of efficient markets for investment policy, and the concepts of behavioural finance. By introducing the main types of institutional investors in the market, it helps students to gain a deep understanding of the investment objectives of these financial institutions and their investment strategy.
5.2.3.
Term 3
M001LON Advanced Business Practice: Research Skills The aim of this module is to ensure students have a clear understanding of the requirements of completing an original postgraduate level research and provide them with a range of skills that will enable them to navigate their field of study and their future careers with the greatest chance of success.
Students as future managers and leaders will need to document their company, industry or consultancy research based on accepted procedures within the business and management academic community. This module introduces students to the major theoretical perspectives and research strategies and associated methodologies in business and management research. Consequently, the module aims to provide students with an understanding of the major philosophical issues within business and management research and enable students
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MSc Global Financial Trading to identify the nature and characteristics of qualitative and quantitative research. Students will also be able to identify which theoretical perspective is appropriate to research the dissertation problem under consideration and to develop the theoretical foundation appropriate for the research problem. Students will understand the differences between primary and secondary data collection and how to collect/collate data and analyse and interpret it depending on the nature and characteristics of the research. Students will learn how to plan, organise, present and write-up a research proposal for a dissertation and understand how to structure and present a dissertation. To support students in successful postgraduate study at CULC, this module will address the knowledge and skills required from all students in the completion of any of the Term 4 option to prepare them to undertake the research requirements of the associated project. M011LON Financial Enterprise and Social Responsibility Contemporary organisations can no longer afford to view business ethics only in terms of administrative compliance with legal standards and adherence to internal rules and regulations. This module examines the relationship between financial and accounting practice and these social responsibilities. Like never before, corporations are being asked, encouraged and prodded to improve their business practices to emphasise legal and ethical behaviour. Companies, professional firms and individuals alike are being held increasingly accountable for their actions, as demand grows for higher standards of corporate social responsibility.
Although some fundamental financial management techniques will be covered in the module, the major aim of the module is to examine and discuss some controversial issues in corporate finance. As a result, students are encouraged to adopt a questioning approach to the theories and to develop a habit of critical evaluation of reported empirical test results. M043LON Advanced Valuation of Securities and Bond Trading This module applies advanced valuation methods to specific financial instruments: equity, fixed income securities and alternative investments. It describes the basic characteristics of each security and develops practical strategies for finding its value and assessing its risk. It also develops trading strategies for each type of security. By the end of the module, students will be able to use the dividend discount model, earnings multiple and PE ratio analysis to value equities. They will also be able to calculate prices and yields for various securities, Interpret credit ratings and describe how credit risk is affected by market conditions. This module also provides in-depth knowledge of asset allocation, monitoring and rebalancing of investment portfolios. M041LON Financial Derivatives Trading: options, futures and swaps The financial derivative market across the globe is now worth an estimated $200trillion requiring highly skilled traders to price and manage portfolios of a range of derivative assets. Indeed, managing and understanding financial risk is of paramount importance when dealing in derivatives so as to avoid potential banking disasters and huge financial losses.
The purpose of this module is to provide students with the theory and practice of pricing and hedging derivative securities. These include forward and futures contracts, swaps, and many different types of options. This module covers diverse areas of derivatives, such as equity and index derivatives, foreign currency derivatives and commodity derivatives, as well as
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interest rate derivatives. This module also addresses the issue of how to incorporate credit risk into the pricing and risk management of derivatives. At the end of the module, the students should understand the derivation of the BlackScholes-Merton model and understand how the prices of European and American options may be determined either through a solution to this equation or by numerical methods such as binomial tree models or Monte Carlo simulations.
5.2.4.
Term 4
Coventry University London Campus is committed to ensuring that students gain real business experience, which starts on arrival on campus, continues in the classroom, and extends into the workplace through work-based learning, internships and offsite consulting projects. Masters students will be offered a choice of one of five triple weighted, ‘project based’ modules, namely;
M027LON Internship M028LON Group Simulation Project M029LON Group Consulting Project M030LON Dissertation M034LON Individual Consulting Project
Each of these modules will enable students to gain in depth knowledge and understanding of the application of the theory and concept from their studies in practice. Each of the modules is undertaken over a ten-week period during which time each student is supported by a CULC tutor plus a business mentor (where appropriate). Each module is assessed by a substantial piece of written work, comprised of a number of components (see Assessment below for further information). Students’ suitability to undertake an internship, consulting project or dissertation will be
assessed throughout their programme of studies and will form part of their Personal Development Plan. As employability is a key priority at Coventry University London Campus, the Employability Team will provide students with rigorous training in UK workplace culture, business practices and employability training before the project commences. CULC works closely with employers in the sectors and industries that relate to its programmes. This means that while CULC cannot guarantee this at all times, depending on employer demand, it will try wherever possible to place students into organisations that will value and take advantage of the theoretical studies that they are undertaking and therefore provide a superior level of contextual understanding.
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5.3.
Assessments
5.3.1.
Assessment Schedule
Module code and title
Coursework 1
Coursework 2
Academic and Professional Skills
100
Portfolio
Employability and Consulting Skills
100
Portfolio
M039LON Trading Economics
40
Coursework
60
Examination
M010LON Global Financial Markets
40
60
Blog
M040LON Understanding Financial Accounting and Reporting M042LON Valuation of Securities and Equity Trading M009LON Banking Regulation and Risk
40
Trading Simulation Simulation
60
Case Study
60
Examination
60
Regulation Proposal
100
Research Proposal
40
Multiple Choice Test Short Answer Questions
M001LON Advanced Business Practice M011LON Financial Enterprise and Social Responsibility M043LON Advanced Valuation of Securities and Bond Trading M041LON Financial Derivatives Trading: options, futures and swaps M027LON M028LON M029LON M030LON
Internship or Individual Consulting Project or Group Consulting Project or Dissertation
5.3.2.
Assessment regulation
40
Case Study
60
Group Report
40
Investment report
60
Trading Simulation
40
Trading Simulation
60
Case Study
40
Group Report
100 100 60 100
Report Executive Report Executive Report Dissertation
For full regulation, please refer to CULC Academic Regulations on our Student Portal online. A student shall be deemed to have passed a module on obtaining an overall module mark of 40% or more. In modules with more than one component, there may be provision for a compensation band to enable good performance on one component to offset failure in another component. In such cases, the minimum component mark required is 35%. If a module is failed, all components with a mark below 40% must be reassessed; the mark in the other component(s) shall be carried forward and combined with the reassessed component(s). Reassessment by resit of a module shall be restricted to one attempt. A student shall not be permitted to be reassessed by resit in any module that has received a pass mark, or in a component that has received a mark of 40% or above.
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5.3.3.
Assessment timetable
Most of our coursework 1 is due on Monday in week 6 at 9am and coursework 2 on Monday in week 11 at 9am, unless advised differently in the module guide. Examinations are normally held at the beginning of week 11. Do not book holidays or returns home on the weekend after week 10 before knowing the examination dates. Please always follow the instruction in the module guide.
5.3.4.
Assessment results
We aim to provide feedback and provisional marks to each assessment component within two weeks from submission. Final marks (and hence decisions about the requirement of resubmissions) will be released after the Assessment Boards, approximately six weeks after the end of each term. All feedback and results are released online.
5.4.
Cascade of Awards Msc Global Financial Trading 180 credits inc. internship/work-based project/dissertation ↓
Postgraduate Diploma of Global Financial Trading 120 credits ↓
Postgraduate Certificate of Global Financial Trading 60 credits
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