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AFCP6017 – Case Studies in Applied Finance
2021 – Term 2, Fully online/virtual
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Lindesay Brine
Contact via Email
Paul Marevich
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to GradCertFin or GradDipAppFin or MAppFin or MAppFin(Adv)
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
The unit provides an understanding of the finance industry and its integral role in the modern economy. The focus is on a high level, fully integrated overview of the major participants, their roles, interactions and the purpose they endeavour to fill for all stakeholders in the economy. The key structures of the finance system are examined, and how they usually work and sometimes do not work. Case studies of actual events and participants will be used to provide a sense of the application of finance in the real world - what actually happens as well as what should happen.
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Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Identify and assess the functions of the financial system in modern economies.
- ULO2: Critically examine participants and their markets in the finance industry.
- ULO3: Apply knowledge and skills to assess contemporary case studies in applied finance.
- ULO4: Demonstrate effective communication to diverse audiences across different industry sectors.
General Assessment Information
Information - Extension Requests / Penalties
Online Participation (15%)
Students who do not participate receive a mark of zero. This penalty does not apply in cases where an application for Special Consideration has been made and approved.
Further information on submitting an Application for Special Consideration can be found at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration
Online Quizzes (10%)
You are expected to make yourself available for assessment during the relevant quiz window.
Students who do not submit this task by the due date and time receive a result of zero. This penalty does not apply when an application for Special Consideration has been made and approved.
Students who do not attempt the quiz receive a mark of zero. This penalty does not apply in cases where an application for Special Consideration has been made and approved.
Further information on submitting an Application for Special Consideration can be found at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration
Short Exercises (15%), Assignment (25%) and Final Case Study (35%)
No extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission incurs a 20% penalty). This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved.
Late submissions will be accepted up to 96 hours after the due date and time.
Further information on submitting an Application for Special Consideration can be found at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Online Participation | 15% | No | In iLearn |
| Online Quizzes | 10% | No | In iLearn |
| Short Exercises | 15% | No | In iLearn |
| Assignment | 25% | No | In iLearn |
| Final Case Study | 35% | No | In iLearn |
Online Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 32.00 hours
Due: In iLearn
Weighting: 15%
Participation in online discussion forums
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and assess the functions of the financial system in modern economies.
- Apply knowledge and skills to assess contemporary case studies in applied finance.
Online Quizzes
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 3.00 hours
Due: In iLearn
Weighting: 10%
A number of short online topic quizzes
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and assess the functions of the financial system in modern economies.
- Critically examine participants and their markets in the finance industry.
Short Exercises
Assessment Type 1: Case study/analysis
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10.00 hours
Due: In iLearn
Weighting: 15%
Short analytical tasks on financial system topics involving modelling and/or case study analysis
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and assess the functions of the financial system in modern economies.
- Critically examine participants and their markets in the finance industry.
Assignment
Assessment Type 1: Case study/analysis
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15.00 hours
Due: In iLearn
Weighting: 25%
Analysis of an individual case study topic and presentation of conclusions via a paper of up to 2500 words
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and assess the functions of the financial system in modern economies.
- Critically examine participants and their markets in the finance industry.
- Apply knowledge and skills to assess contemporary case studies in applied finance.
- Demonstrate effective communication to diverse audiences across different industry sectors.
Final Case Study
Assessment Type 1: Case study/analysis
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15.00 hours
Due: In iLearn
Weighting: 35%
Using a topical case study analyse and interpret information for presentation to a varied audience
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and assess the functions of the financial system in modern economies.
- Critically examine participants and their markets in the finance industry.
- Apply knowledge and skills to assess contemporary case studies in applied finance.
- Demonstrate effective communication to diverse audiences across different industry sectors.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED TEXTS AND/OR MATERIALS
Required Text:
There is no required text. All readings are available in iLearn or accessible via iLearn.
Additional Readings:
- Additional readings are included in iLearn.
- Students should assume these readings are examinable unless otherwise advised.
Calculators:
- No calculator is required for this course.
Assumed Access: Access to a computer with word processing and spreadsheet capability is assumed, as is general student computer literacy and ability to access the internet.
TECHNOLOGY USED AND REQUIRED
This is an online unit which will make use of the University's iLearn system.
Unit's iLearn Site:
- Found by logging on to iLearn ilearn.mq.edu.au, then clicking on Case Studies in Applied Finance.
- This is where you will find forums, downloadable resources and links to important pages.
- The forums allow you to communicate with other students and lecturer(s) and may provide supplementary material.
- You are requested to post your questions on the forums at least 24 hours prior to the assignment submission date or the examination date. Questions posted after that time may not be answered. Please try to not leave your questions to the last few days.
Important Notice:
- It is important that you familiarise yourself with the unit’s iLearn site.
- All students should check iLearn regularly and look for updates and distribution of materials related to the unit or assessments and participate in forum discussions.
Unit Schedule
The Unit Schedule is available in iLearn, together with details of required readings and activities.
Learning and Teaching Activities
Strategy
Programs in the Applied Finance Centre adopt a deep teaching and learning strategy in which students acquire and retain knowledge and also are able to make sense of the issues and concepts and apply them in the “real world”. The program relies heavily on student engagement and participation by: (a) Continuous learning throughout the term. This is encouraged through a combination of students undertaking prescribed reading throughout the units and/or completion of practice problems, online activities, case studies, assignments, class discussions, etc and interaction via forums; and (b) Assessments, which enable the student to demonstrate his/her understanding of the learning objectives achieved through the continuous learning.
Student Participation
This is an online unit. Students participate in this unit by: (a) Actively engaging with the required readings of this unit; (b) Working systematically through and completing online activities; (c) Interacting in forums; and (d) Completing all assessment tasks.
Unit Schedule
The Unit Schedule is available in iLearn, together with details of required readings and activities.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
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Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook