Aims - This module aims to explore advanced topics in finance via mathematical and statistical methods in order to gain a better understanding of optimal...

Stochastic Methods in Finance II (STAT0018)

SOCIAL POLICY|PUBLIC POLICY|SOCIAL RESEARCH|RESEARCH USE

This module aims to provide students with a broad overview of how the range of methods, designs and approaches used in social research may contribute to...

Evidence for Policy and Practice (SOCS0057)

This module aims to provide students with a broad overview of how the range of methods, designs and approaches used in social research may contribute to policy. It also aims to encourage a critical appreciation of the opportunities, benefits and challenges of using research evidence to inform and influence social policy and professional practice. Illustrative examples drawn from different policy contexts are used throughout the module to support the theoretical material. Although much of the material refers to the UK policy context, the focus of the module is international and students attend with an interest in a range of social policy sectors and disciplines.

This module covers the fundamentals of finance. We are going tocover topics such as:



Microeconomic foundations of Finance;

Objective function of...

Topics in Financial Management I (SESS0039)

This module covers the fundamentals of finance. We are going tocover topics such as:



Microeconomic foundations of Finance;

Objective function of corporation;

How to perform basic financial calculations;

How to evaluate whether an investment represents good value for money;

How to find the fair value of stocks and bonds;

How to measure the risk and return of assets;

What is the relationship between risk and return;

How to construct portfolios.



The module equips the student with sound theoretical knowledge and practical tools necessary to conduct accurate financial analysis. Basic mathematical skills and extensive use of computer-based tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel) are required. Prerequisite foundation courses are integrated throughout the module and students are assumed to have a working knowledge of microeconomics.