Subject description
This subject reviews the global financial system and investigates the functioning of Australian financial institutions and markets. Particular content may include coverage of the evolution of the global monetary system and organisations; the international financial markets including Euromarket; the framework of Australian financial system; the role of regulation sectors; the … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Engagement hours
Wollongong, Sydney & Distance Learning:Please refer to subject timetable / subject Moodle site for contact hours detail
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Explain the mechanics of key world organisations and monetary systems.
2.
Appraise the effectiveness of Australian financial regulatory sectors in performance of their monitoring role.
3.
Describe the fundamentals of various financial intermediaries, instruments, markets and their interactions.
4.
Explain government debt markets and reserve bank function.
5.
Assess banking industry and payment systems.
6.
Evaluate the impact of monetary and fiscal policies on financial markets and investor behaviours.
Assessment details
Mid Session Exam
Research Project
Final Exam
Work integrated learning
Foundational WIL:This subject contains elements of "Foundational WIL". Students in this subject will observe, explore or reflect on possible career pathways or a work-related aspect of their discipline.
Textbook information
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