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EMPIRICAL FINANCE

Module code: FN615
Credits: 7.5
Semester: 2
Department: ECONOMICS,FINANCE & ACCOUNTING
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	Overview
	This module provides with an understanding of the key empirical and econometric techniques used by researchers within the field of financial economics. Students will be given a range of tools to undertake empirical analysis of financial markets, such as equity markets, foreign exchange markets and fixed-income markets. These techniques will be covered early in the semesters (ideally within 4 weeks) and students are then required to prepare and write a term paper on an empirical issue of their choice.

Overview

This module provides with an understanding of the key empirical and econometric techniques used by researchers within the field of financial economics. Students will be given a range of tools to undertake empirical analysis of financial markets, such as equity markets, foreign exchange markets and fixed-income markets. These techniques will be covered early in the semesters (ideally within 4 weeks) and students are then required to prepare and write a term paper on an empirical issue of their choice.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Students will learn the tools needed for independent research in Finance. Students will learn to prepare a written term paper of approximately 4,000 words.

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment registration permitted? No Is Supplemental Continuous Assessment capped? No

	Pre-Requisites
	EC605D and EC606A

	Co-Requisites
	FN607A

	Timetable
	This timetable is not currently available, please contact the Economics,finance & Accounting Department.

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EMPIRICAL FINANCE