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International Finance

Unit Code: HBE335N




Duration

Contact Hours

Campus

Prerequisite

Corequisite

One Semester or Term

36 Hours

Hawthorn, Sarawak

HBE110N Microeconomics, HBE220N Macroeconomics

 Nil

Credit Points: 12.5 Credit Points

Related Course/s:

An elective unit of study for Engineering and Arts students.
 

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Aims & Objectives:

At the completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  • Understand and explain key economic and financial concepts essential for international business operations
  • Assess the workings of foreign exchange markets and the determination of exchange rates
  • Investigate and evaluate the variety of international sources of debt and equity
  • Evaluate and analyse the risks for businesses operating in the global environment
  • Develop analytical and research skills to enhance problem solving abilities
  • Demonstrate skills involving collection, interpretation and critical analysis of international financial data

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Teaching Methods:

Lecture/seminars (2 hours), Tutorials (1 hour)
Lecture/seminars will be used to introduce the topics and resources, demonstrate concepts.
 
Tutorials will provide a forum for demonstration, discussion and topic questions and give students opportunities to gain experience in problem solving and communication.

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Assessment:

Two tests each worth 15%; Group Report 15%; Participation 5%; Exam 50%

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Generic Skills Outcomes:

The graduate attributes which relate to this unit help to produce graduates who are:
  • Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
  • Entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
  • Effective and ethical in work and community situations
  • Adaptable and able to manage change
  • Aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (eg socio-cultural, economic, natural)

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Content:

  • The nature of foreign exchange markets and exchange rate determination
  • International parity conditions, arbitrage and speculation
  • Foreign exchange risk management
  • International portfolio theory and diversification
  • Euro currency and euro securities markets
  • Sourcing equity globally and Australians investing abroad

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Reading Materials:

Students are advised to check the unit outline in the relevant teaching period for appropriate textbooks and further reading.

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