FM4U7      Half Unit
Mergers, Buyouts and Corporate Restructurings - Dissertation

This information is for the 2020/21 session.

Teacher responsible

Dr Vicente Cuñat

Availability

This course is available on the MSc in Finance (full-time) and MSc in Finance (full-time) (Work Placement Pathway). This course is not available as an outside option.

Course content

See entry for FM407

Teaching

See entry for FM407

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%) in the LT.

Assessment will include a 6,000 word dissertation on a topic to be agreed with the course teacher. 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. Submission deadline will be in Summer Term.

Important information in response to COVID-19

Please note that during 2020/21 academic year some variation to teaching and learning activities may be required to respond to changes in public health advice and/or to account for the situation of students in attendance on campus and those studying online during the early part of the academic year. For assessment, this may involve changes to mode of delivery and/or the format or weighting of assessments. Changes will only be made if required and students will be notified about any changes to teaching or assessment plans at the earliest opportunity.

Key facts

Department: Finance

Total students 2019/20: 38

Average class size 2019/20: 16

Controlled access 2019/20: Yes

Value: Half Unit

Guidelines for interpreting course guide information

Personal development skills

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