Course Details

FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS

ECON407

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Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS Credits
7ECON407FINANCIAL MARKETS AND INSTITUTIONS3+0+035

Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program ECONOMICS
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course Introducing financial markets and their foundations.
Introducing basic financial tools.
Defining and reviewing key financial statistics.
Providing knowledge necessary for financial decision making processes.
Course Content Fundamental knowledge related to financial markets, institutions and their mechanics is provided throughout the course. It is aimed to show students how these markets work and institutions operate in the face of other economic agents’ reactions. Students are introduced to basic financial analysis tools that will guide them during their professional financial decision making processes and help them examine key financial statistics found in real life examples and in the literature.
Course Methods and Techniques This course will use methods such as case studies, financial market simulations, and data analysis. Students will work with real market data to understand and analyze the pricing mechanisms of financial instruments. In addition, group discussions and individual projects will be conducted to explore the functioning of financial institutions. Simulations and hands-on activities will help students apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator Asist Prof.Dr. UMUT TÜRK umut.turk@agu.edu.tr
Name of Lecturers None
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources
This course aims to explore the foundations and functioning of financial markets. Students will learn the basic characteristics and functions of financial instruments (stocks, bonds, derivatives, etc.) while also understanding the pricing mechanisms of these instruments in the market. In addition, students will develop skills to analyze financial statistics and indicators, applying this knowledge to financial decision-making processes. The course also examines the role of key financial institutions and how they operate within the markets.

Course Category
Social Sciences %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı 1 % 40
Yarıl yılSonu Sınavı/Dönem Projesinin Başarı Notuna Katkısı 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Araştırma Ödevi 1 10 10
Yazılı Sınav 1 10 10
Grup Sunumu 1 10 10
Grup Projesi 1 10 10
Sunum 1 10 10
Okuma 2 4 8
Rapor 2 10 20
Araştırma 1 10 10
Seminer 1 10 10
Yüz Yüze Ders 14 3 42
Final Sınavı 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5 150

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Describe the system of financial markets.
2 Measure the return on financial assets and interest rates.
3 Explain the mechanics of fixed income securities’ markets.
4 Evaluate how to hedge and invest on risky assets.


Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to Financial Markets
2 Financial Instruments and Market Operations
3 Stock and Bond Markets
4 Fixed Income Securities Markets
5 Interest Rates and Risk Management
6 Lecture Free Week
7 Financial Statistics and Market Indicators
8 Derivatives and Financial Hedging
9 Financial Institutions and Their Roles
10 Banking System and Regulations
11 Regulation of Financial Markets
12 Global Financial Markets and Capital Flows
13 Portfolio Management and Investment Strategies
14 The Future of Financial Markets: Digitalization and Cryptocurrencies


Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10
C1 5 5 5 5 3 5 5 3 3 5
C2 5 5 5 5 3 5 5 4 3 5
C3 5 5 5 5 3 5 5 4 3 5
C4 5 5 5 5 3 5 5 4 3 5

Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant


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