ECON3015 Principles of Finance
Module Overview
Specifically the module aims to provide a bridge to the more theoretical articles in finance theory, by offering a simple framework of conceptual knowledge that enables thinking while making financial decisions. As such the module gives an appreciation of the scope of the whole disciplines' subject matter and lays the foundations for more specialized courses that have a narrower focus.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theory of individual choice among financial assets
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the consumption and investment decisions with capital markets
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of choices under uncertainty
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Portfolio construction and formal asset pricing models, such as the CAPM and APT; the issue of efficiency in financial markets, with particular emphasis on the underlying information structure
Syllabus
The module provides a comprehensive introduction to the theory associated with equilibrium asset pricing models.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures and tutorials.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Teaching | 28 |
| Independent Study | 122 |
| Total study time | 150 |
Resources & Reading list
Lecture notes in priniciples of finance.
Assessment
Assessment Strategy
The course grade is determined based on a student's performance in the two-hour final examination and 4 graded homework assignments. 80% of the final grade will be the final exam whereas the 4 homework assignments will carry a weight of 5% each.
Summative
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Assignment | 20% |
| Exam (2 hours) | 80% |
Referral
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Exam | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External
Linked modules
Prerequisites: ECON2003 OR MATH2040 OR MANG2004
Costs
Costs associated with this module
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.
In addition to this, students registered for this module typically also have to pay for:
Books and Stationery equipment
Recommended texts for this module may be available in limited supply in the University Library and students may wish to purchase reading texts as appropriate.
Please also ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.