Financial Modelling and Technologies

    Unit code: BAO7003 | Study level: Postgraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    City Campus
    City Flinders
    Prerequisites
    N/A
    Overview
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    Overview

    This unit of study provides students with knowledge and capability in developing computer based financial models and understanding of emerging financial technologies (FinTech). The unit includes development and application of financial models in solving valuation problems, data sensitivity analysis, financial technologies (blockchain and artificial intelligence) and their impact on financial services industry. Students will be able to use financial models and theories in simulation and optimisation to generate information for financial decision making and effectively handle complexities arising from technological developments in financial services industry.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Critically reflect on their financial decision-making ability by employing simulation and optimisation techniques with the use of financial models;
    2. Contextualise and concisely convey the impact of change on different aspects of the financial information using computer based financial applications;
    3. Critically review the impact of contemporary and emerging technologies that are impacting the work flows and processes of financial institutions and corporate finance functions; and,
    4. Exhibit communication and presentation skills using financial data.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 20%
    In class test (short answer theoretical and calculations question)
    Assessment type: Project
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Group report on Spreadsheet Models and presentation
    Assessment type: Case Study
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Case studies applying financial modelling

    Required reading

    Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

    The future of FinTech: integrating finance and technology in financial services, ebook
    Nicoletti, B (2017),| Palgrave Macmillan.
    Principles of financial modelling: model design and best practices using Excel and VBA. ebook
    Rees, M. (2018),| [s. l.]: Wiley

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Master of Finance
    BMFA | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 2 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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