Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LM MSc Financial Economics Dissertation
School	Birmingham Business School
Department	Economics
Module Code	07 40069
Module Lead	Dr Gunes Bebek
Level	Masters Level
Credits	60
Semester
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Restrictions	None
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Description	The dissertation is a final and independent piece of work that students are expected to complete to obtain their master's qualification. The module will equip students with the relevant knowledge and skills required to successfully carry out independent research for their dissertation. The module allows students to analyse in depth a particular area of knowledge relevant to Financial Economics; it aims at developing students' investigative skills and to consolidate their learning in previous stages while undertaking a piece of individual in-depth research in which they will apply established research techniques. Student learning is supported by regular individual and small group supervision sessions, although the expectation is that the dissertation is primarily an individual piece of work.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Critically analyse relevant theories, empirical findings, and current practice in the field of financial economics. Critique relevant literature and synthesise theories and empirical findings. Design and formulate a research proposal and use appropriate methods to pursue the question therein. Develop time management, analytical and critical writing skills. Develop digital and IT skills, including use of appropriate software packages. Demonstrate strong communication of ideas and technical issues through written assignments.
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: (2000 words equivalent) Individual research proposal (20%). (13,000 words) Individual dissertation (80%). Reassessment: Resubmission of failed component(s): (2000 words equivalent) Individual research proposal (20%). (13,000 words) Individual dissertation (80%).
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