Course Details in 2025/26 Session

Module Title	LH Investments
School	Mathematics
Department	Mathematics
Module Code	06 31311
Module Lead	Wu Jia
Level	Honours Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	Available only to students on the JI dual degree programmes
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Description	Investments is intended for undergraduate students interested in a career in finance. A sound investment decision requires knowledge of financial markets, analytical thinking and mathematical derivation. The module focuses on an empirical knowledge of financial markets, application of financial theories, quantitative skills for estimation and optimization, and analytical tools for data analysis. Students learn how to allocate assets in fixed income, stock, and option markets, and how to manage their investment between domestic and foreign markets. Theories and concept such as efficient market hypothesis, term structure, mutual funds, active portfolio management, are hedge funds are introduced in this module.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Understand a range of financial theories and concepts, such as efficient market hypothesis, term structure, mutual funds, active portfolio management, hedge funds. Students determine how to allocate their assets among bonds, stocks and futures. Use the computer tools such as STATA or Excel to analyse the price, trading volume, and financial reporting data to assess the performance of investments.
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assesment: Assignments/projects (20%) Mid-term exam (20%): a 2 hour examination Final exam (60%): a 2 hour examination Reassessment (where allowed): a 2 hour resit examination (100%).
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