The course is designed to survey the field of financial markets and institutions. To identify the objectives, characteristics and differences between different types of financial markets and institutions. To understand the major risks that financial institutions face. The course will apply traditional traditional finance concepts to financial markets and institutions..
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Financial Markets Definition and a General Overview
Short-term and long-term financing (money and capital markets)
Regulatory framework
Functions
Institutions and services; and financial instruments.