Derivatives and Risk Management
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
Explore the vast and intricate world of the Derivatives market, with Derivatives and Risk Management.
Derivative instruments are used in managing financial risks faced by both corporate entities and government organisations. In today’s volatile financial and commodity markets, the importance of risk management for all organisations is crucial.
In this unit you will focus on managing the financial risks of organisation operating in Australia and overseas, using derivatives and other techniques adopted by the financial industry.
Learn what it takes to become part of a market that is more than 10 times the value of world gross domestic product.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Exhibit knowledge of the operations of the derivative markets and different types of financial risks;
- Appraise the mechanics of futures, options, swaps and other derivatives;
- Evaluate the characteristics and design of various types of derivatives; and,
- Assess, investigate and adapt appropriate techniques in a variety of situations to manage different types of financial risks faced by companies.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Case Study | Grade: 20%
Short case study
Assessment type: Project | Grade: 40%
Risk management project (Group)
Assessment type: Test | Grade: 40%
Theoretical practical problems
Other locations
Assessment type: Case Study | Grade: 20%
Short case study
Assessment type: Project | Grade: 40%
Risk management project (Group)
Assessment type: Examination | Grade: 40%
Final examination
Required reading
Selected readings will be made available via VU Collaborate.
As part of a course
This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.