Late Submission Penalties

If you submit your assessment late, 5% of the total possible marks will be deducted for each day (including weekends), up to 7 days. Submissions more than 7 days late will receive a mark of 0.

• Example 1 (out of 100):
• If you score 85/100 but submit 20 hours late, you will lose 5 marks and receive 80/100.
• Example 2 (out of 30):
• If you score 27/30 but submit 20 hours late, you will lose 1.5 marks and receive 25.5/30.

Extensions

Automatic short extension: Some assessments are eligible for automatic short extension. You can only apply for an automatic short extension before the due date.

Special Consideration: If you need more time due to serious issues and for any assessments that are not eligible for Short Extension, you must apply for Special Consideration. Need help? Review the Special Consideration page for further details.

Required technology: Non-programmable calculator.

Learning and Teaching Strategy

Each week, classes will typically consist of a two-hour lecture followed by a one-hour workshop. Lectures will provide a structured overview of the topic, demonstrating its relevance to the overall unit objectives and establishing key theoretical principles.

Workshops will serve as an interactive forum to reinforce learning. In addition to applying concepts through problem-solving exercises, workshops will incorporate practical demonstrations. This hands-on approach will allow students to see theoretical concepts in action, deepening their understanding of financial principles in real-world scenarios. Active participation is strongly encouraged, as workshops provide an opportunity to assess progress toward achieving the unit’s learning outcomes.

Textbook and Learning Materials

The prescribed textbook for this unit is:

• Saunders, A., Cornett, M. M., & Erhemjamts, O. (2023). Financial Institutions Management ISE (11th ed.). McGraw Hill.

Textbook material will be supplemented by relevant articles and handouts. Students are expected to read the assigned chapters and articles before attending the corresponding lecture. Homework problems may be assigned at the end of each lecture and should be completed prior to the following week’s workshop.

All handouts, homework questions and solutions, and supplementary materials will be available for download on the unit's iLearn site on a weekly basis.

Online learning: iLearn (https://ilearn.mq.edu.au) provides the main online learning support. It is essential that students log in at least twice per week to keep abreast of unit-wide announcements and use the resources to supplement learning.

• An industry practitioner will be invited to deliver a guest lecture, providing students with valuable insights into real-world applications of financial concepts and industry best practices. This session will offer an opportunity to engage with a seasoned professional and gain practical perspectives that complement the theoretical foundations of the course. The exact timing of this session will be announced on iLearn.