FM4T6 Half Unit
Topics in Portfolio Management - Dissertation
This information is for the 2018/19 session.
Teacher responsible
Dr Michela Verardo
Availability
This course is available on the MSc in Finance (full-time), MSc in Finance (full-time) (Work Placement Pathway), MSc in Finance and Economics and MSc in Finance and Economics (Work Placement Pathway). This course is not available as an outside option.
Pre-requisites
Students must have completed Topics in Portfolio Management (FM406).
Course content
See entry for FM406
Teaching
See entry for FM406
Assessment
Essay (70%, 6000 words) in the ST.
Coursework (30%) in the LT.
6,000 word dissertation in lieu of exam (70%) on a topic to be agreed with the course teacher, and coursework (30%). 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 is towards the end of Summer Term.
Key facts
Department: Finance
Total students 2017/18: 34
Average class size 2017/18: 16
Controlled access 2017/18: Yes
Value: Half Unit
Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Application of information skills
- Application of numeracy skills
- Commercial awareness
