Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
Problem Solving Exercises - student will work to resolve various international economic type scenarios.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills.
E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials.
Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim:
Knowledge of Global financial economics is becoming increasingly important in today's globalised workplace. This module aims to equip the student with an in-depth understanding of global financial economics , by offering a wide range of areas that explore issues surrounding the money and bond markets, the stock and foreign exchange markets and derivative securities. The student will learn to use current financial analytical tools to find solutions to challenging questions that arise in the global financial economics area.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Understand and analyse the workings of the financial markets.
LO2
Undertake a comprehensive economic analysis and assessment of economies;
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
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No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
economics 1
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Global Financial Markets
The foreign exchange market; Predicting changes in exchange rates; Cryptocurrencies, Money, banking and interest rates; the role of central banks and monetary policies.
The markets for equities and derivative securities; International capital flows.
International Country Economic Analysis
The importance of macroeconomic data for the international businessperson; Why is it important to understand how an economy performs?; The necessary economic indicators required for analysing countries; Sources of economic data; Interpreting key macroeconomic indicators and their future trends such as: Economic growth;
Employment/unemployment and wage levels;
Inflation; Trade (Exports and imports);
Trading partners and agreements; Corporation tax; Level of debt;
Population and the level of consumer spending; Level of government spending;
The Global economy; The U.S. economy; The economies of Europe; The economy of China;
Emerging market economies;
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Essay
Academic Essay
1
50.00
Week 6
Project
Economic Country Analysis
2
50.00
Week 11
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment