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Core Module Information
Module title: Global Financial Markets
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: FIN10102
Module leader: Henry Huang
School The Business School
Subject area group: Accounting and Finance
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of the economic rationale of financial markets, the general operational structures and procedures of the foreign exchange market/international money market/international capital market/financial derivatives markets, and the economic and financial forces that motivate the behaviour of participants in these markets. This module will provide you with a comprehensive and up to date coverage of the modern theory and practice of financial markets. You’ll examine products/services, participants and operational arrangements in a financial market setting.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Analyse the economic and financial functions of financial markets.

LO2: Evaluate the roles of a range of contemporary international financial markets.

LO3: Appraise and differentiate between the principal products of a range of contemporary international financial markets.

LO4: Critically analyse the operational functioning and market conventions of a range of contemporary international financial markets.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Henry Huang
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 12 A one-hour tutorial session will be running face-to-face every week. Tutorials will reinforce learning by providing opportunities for you to ask questions and seek further clarification on aspects of the module and for general discussion of relevant topical issues. The tutorials will also give you opportunities to develop a range of interpersonal and communicative skills through a programme of predominantly student-led activities, such as question and answer sessions.
Online Guided independent study 164 You will engage in structured independent study with guidance from provided resources, including recommended readings, online materials and tutor support.
Face To Face Lecture 24 The two-hour lectures will be running face-to-face on the weekly basis. Lectures will provide you with an overview of key issues and concepts in order to guide your individual reading and research (LO1 to LO4).
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 40 1~3 Week 9 , WORDS= 2500 words This essay requires you to critically analyse a key topic within financial markets, demonstrating an understanding of relevant theories, market structures, and financial instruments. You should use academic literature, industry reports, and real-world case studies to support your arguments.
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 2 hours This two-hour written examination assesses your understanding of key concepts, theories, and practical applications related to financial markets. The exam may include a mix of short answer questions, and problem-solving and essay-based questions.
Component 1 subtotal: 40
Component 2 subtotal: 60
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
FIN10102 - Finance and Financial Markets
 

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