Bachelor
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Theory of Finance
Type:
Compulsory course (Economics)
Area of studies:
Economics
Delivered by:
Department of Finance
When:
2 year, 1 module
Mode of studies:
distance learning
Online hours:
10
Open to:
students of all HSE University campuses
Language:
English
ECTS credits:
3
Contact hours:
28
Course Syllabus
Abstract
It is an introductory course to the theory of finance. The course starts with discussing the basics terms such as the cashflows, NPV, and progresses towards more advanced topics. It also discusses empirical puzzles and practical applications of the financial concepts. After mastering this course, the students will gain initial knowledge on the theory of finance and will be able to apply it in solving some simple real life problems.
Learning Objectives
- To know theories of finance and their appropriate applications
- To critically analyze the given problem and to derive comprehensive solutions for the given problem
- To identify a problem and select appropriate models to solve it
Expected Learning Outcomes
- To know basic financial concepts
- To build financial models of the projects and firms
- To identify appropriate models to address business problems
Course Contents
- Introduction to Financial Markets and Institutions
- Discounting & NPV
- Valuation of Bonds
- Introduction to Risk and Return Trade off
- The Theory of Derivatives
- Portfolio theory and CAPM
- Market Efficiency
Assessment Elements
- Group ProjectProject may be held in form of either PPT on a given topic/case presented by a team of 5-6 students* during the seminar. *The number of students in a team depends on the number of students in a seminar group. This requirement is to be determined after the course starts. Forming of teams is each student's responsibility. Being unable to work in a team as required may be a reason to fail the assignment. The list of team members must be sent to the tutor one week before the presentation. Any changes in teams made after the deadline must be validated by a serious reason.
- Final examThe test is provided online in LMS testing platform. You should be online 5 minutes before the official start of the exam. The students must be online during the whole period of the exam (80 minutes). If a student faces technical problems during the exam, they should notify the teacher immediately by email with a screenshot affirming the state of the problem. Being unable to give a notice and explain the problem may result in the fail of the test.
- Midterm examThe test is provided online in LMS testing platform. You should be online 5 minutes before the official start of the exam. The students must be online during the whole period of the exam (80 minutes). If a student faces technical problems during the exam, they should notify the teacher immediately by email with a screenshot affirming the state of the problem. Being unable to give a notice and explain the problem may result in the fail of the test.