FM4T6E      Half Unit
Topics in Portfolio Management - Dissertation

This information is for the 2016/17 session.

Teacher responsible

Dr Michela Verardo

Availability

This course is available on the MSc in Finance (part-time). This course is not available as an outside option.

Pre-requisites

Students must have completed Topics in Portfolio Management (FM406E).

Course content

See entry for FM406.

Teaching

30 hours of seminars in the LT.

Assessment

Essay (90%, 6000 words) and coursework (10%) in the ST.

6,000 word dissertation in lieu of exam (90%) on a topic to be agreed with the course teacher, and coursework (10%). The dissertation option is to be chosen in only one half unit module, with its outline approved in LT by the course teacher who will act as the student's supervisor. Deadline is Monday 5 June 2017.

Key facts

Department: Finance

Total students 2015/16: 20

Average class size 2015/16: 15

Controlled access 2015/16: Yes

Value: Half Unit

Guidelines for interpreting course guide information

Personal development skills

  • Self-management
  • Application of information skills
  • Application of numeracy skills
  • Commercial awareness