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Lecturer(s)
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Stachoň Martin, Ing. Mgr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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1. Introduction to applied economics in finance 2. Time value of money in finance 3. Shares, bonds and their valuation 4. How to think about investment 5. Historical performance of financial markets 6. How companies invest 7. Behavioral aspects of investment decision-making 8. Savings and retirement decisions 9. Market efficiency and anomalies 10. Case studies in financial decision-making I 11. Case studies in financial decision-making II 12. Case studies in financial markets I 13. Case studies in financial markets II
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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unspecified, unspecified, unspecified, unspecified, unspecified, unspecified
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Learning outcomes
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The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Applied Economics in Finance, encompassing key topics essential for navigating the complexities of financial decisionmaking. Through theoretical insights and practical case studies, students will develop proficiency in areas such as the time value of money, investment analysis, market efficiency, and behavioral aspects of financial decision-making. By exploring concepts such as shares, bonds, and their valuation, as well as strategies for savings, retirement planning, and market anomalies, students will acquire the necessary skills to evaluate financial opportunities and manage risks effectively. Additionally, the course will delve into historical performance analysis and real-world case studies in financial markets, enabling students to apply economic principles to diverse financial scenarios.
By the end of this course, students will have a solid grasp of core financial concepts such as the time value of money, investment analysis, market efficiency, and behavioral finance. They will develop skills in valuing financial instruments like shares and bonds, formulating and evaluating investment strategies, and managing financial risks. Students will learn to apply economic principles to real-world scenarios, devise effective savings and retirement plans, and understand market anomalies. Enhanced analytical abilities and experience with practical case studies will prepare students to make informed financial decisions and address complex issues in their future careers or further studies in finance.
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Prerequisites
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unspecified
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Assessment methods and criteria
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1. Seminar work (3-5 pages) based on a critical analysis of a specific problem 2. Presentation and discussion of the seminar paper 3. Written exam
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Recommended literature
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Campolieti, G., & Makarov, R. N. (2018). Financial mathematics: a comprehensive treatment. Chapman and Hall/CRC..
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Damodaran, A. (2016). Damodaran on valuation: Security analysis for investment and corporate finance (2nd ed.). Wiley..
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McMillan, M., Pinto, J. E., Pirie, W. L., & Van de Venter, G. (2011). Investments: Principles of portfolio and equity analysis. John Wiley & Sons..
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Mishkin, F. S. (2012). The economics of money, banking and financial markets. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson..
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Shefrin, H. (2002). Beyond greed and fear: Understanding behavioral finance and the psychology of investing. Oxford University Press..
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Shiller, R. (2015). Irrational Exuberance. Princeton University Press..
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Thaler, R. H., & Sunstein, C. R. (2009). Nudge: Improving decisions about health, wealth, and happiness. Penguin..
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DAHLQUIST, Julie R, Rainford KNIGHT. Principles of Finance.. OpenStax, Rice University, 2022.
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KAHNEMAN, Daniel. Thinking, fast and slow. Macmillan, 2011..
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Madura, J. Financial Markets and Institutions.. Cengage Learning: Boston, MA, 2020.
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