FIN8102 Global Financial Markets (FOBUS)

Semester 1 (ONC)Toowoomba (EXT)Toowoomba

Units 1.0 (Banking and Finance) Band 3A

Students are required to have access to a personal computer, e-mail capabilities and Internet access to USQConnect. Current details of computer requirements can be found at <http://www.usq.edu.au/business/student/computerreq.htm>.

Synopsis

This course examines the structure, operation and performance of the global financial system, using principles of financial and monetary economics. Using the Australian financial system as a benchmark, students are introduced to a selection of financial markets, products and institutions, the operations of which largely determine key financial variables that affect decisions to save and invest in the real economy. Where appropriate, the linkages between Australia and the global system are demonstrated. In addition, a number of uniquely international financial institutions are examined, and the workings of several international financial centres discussed.