Applied Research in Finance

Course aim

To provide an applied research experience at a masters level of study, to broaden knowledge in specialist areas, and to expose students to both the substantive theory and practice of research in the field of finance. To provide the training necessary to conduct independent quality research in finance, cultivate analytical and critical skills, and develop an awareness of emerging developments in finance discipline and closely related fields.

Course content

Students will be familiar with different topics in mainstream finance, and conduct an applied research project on this area. The course embeds the research approaches and quantitative tools required to define and complete a research project under supervision. The focus of the course is on developing skill sets that increase graduate employability.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Students will normally have completed 36 units of their program (inclusive of credit or advanced standing) before undertaking this course.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Preparatory	1 x 1 week
Seminar	30 hours x NA
EXTERNAL, CITY WEST, ONLINE
External	30 hours x NA

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Continuous assessment, Final Research Report, Research Pitch Report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4C)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.