Develops a critical understanding of the issues faced by modern financial institutions operating in global capital markets. You will be introduced to the key players in financial markets including lenders, borrowers and financial securities, as well as examining the development of financial services institutions and their regulation processes. You will also explore the globalisation of financial systems, and assess its impact on international economies.

Module Description

This module aims to develop student’s critical understanding of the issues faced by modern financial institutions operating in global capital markets and with increasing financial regulation with an increasingly international dimension.

Module Content

Introduction to the key players in financial markets: Lenders; borrowers and financial securities
History of the development of financial services institutions and their regulation
The role of central banks and assessment of the global financial crisis
Credit; the money supply and confidence
Central Banks worldwide and their role
Central bank activities
Central bank relationships with Government
Issues in retail banking
Issues in investment banking
Competitive strategies for financial institutions in global financial markets

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