Global Financial Markets and Institutions

This module links the theory and practice of monetary policy with foreign exchange, money, bond and fx basic derivative related financial instruments such as forwards, futures, options and swaps

1. Illustrate the role of financial markets and institutions

2. Explain how interest rates are determined

3. Understand the term structure of interest rates

4. Appraise various monetary policy strategies

5. Critically assess various monetary policy instruments

6. Act as part of a team taking initiative and responsibility for the work of others

7. Consider the foreign exchange market, money, capital and derivative markets

8. Make judgements on the appropriate use of derivatives to hedge risk