NBS8332 : Financial Theory
- Offered for Year: 2020/21
- Module Leader(s): Dr Diemo Dietrich
- Demonstrator: Dr Jose Liu
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
Aims
To provide the foundations in financial theory and its applications. To present the way of posing financial problems, the process of formulating them and applying theoretical concepts to complex corporate problems. To help students "think like economists" and gain the analytical and quantitative skills of management. The module is essential for students who wish to either undertake research in the finance profession or work for investment banks.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module is spread over two semesters. The aim of the module in the first semester is to provide an introduction to the valuation of financial securities. The aim of the module in the second semester is to introduce students to the theory and empirical evidence relevant for investment decisions. Examples for the topics include diversification, prices and returns in capital markets, market inefficiency, and portfolio management.
Teaching Methods
Please note that module leaders are reviewing the module teaching and assessment methods for Semester 2 modules, in light of the Covid-19 restrictions. There may also be a few further changes to Semester 1 modules. Final information will be available by the end of August 2020 in for Semester 1 modules and the end of October 2020 for Semester 2 modules.
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 36 | 1:00 | 36:00 | 18 hours of delivered lecture + 18 hours of student learning time |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 98:00 | 98:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 9 | 1:00 | 9:00 | N/A |
| Structured Guided Learning | Structured research and reading activities | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | 18 student learner hours of non-synchronous online structured guided learning. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 18 | 0:30 | 9:00 | whole group online Q/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
- Lectures provide an overview of the main topics.
- small group teaching reinforce lecture material.
- drop-in/surgery provide students with the opportunity to monitor progress.
- in structured research and reading students will be given tasks to develop and to practice knowledge.
- Guided indpendend study provide opportunity to engage with textbooks and other study material and to revise all material.
Assessment Methods
Please note that module leaders are reviewing the module teaching and assessment methods for Semester 2 modules, in light of the Covid-19 restrictions. There may also be a few further changes to Semester 1 modules. Final information will be available by the end of August 2020 in for Semester 1 modules and the end of October 2020 for Semester 2 modules.
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 99 | 2 | A | 100 | 24 hour exam |
Exam Pairings
| Module Code | Module Title | Semester | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| LBS8332 | Financial Theory | 1 | London equivalent module |
Formative Assessments
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | generic feedback on whole cohort |
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | generic feedback on whole cohort |
| Prob solv exercises | 2 | M | generic feedback on whole cohort |
| Prob solv exercises | 2 | M | generic feedback on whole cohort |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The essay question as well as the MCQ test are designed to encourage study across a broad range of topics. The section containing MCQs will be used to assess students in their ability to solve numerical problems. The section comprising of essay-type questions will be used to assess students in their ability to properly explain concepts and ideas by using words, diagrams and equations.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- NBS8332's Timetable