James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2019

BX3133 - Risk Management

Credit points: 03
Year: 2019
Student Contribution Band: Band 3
Administered by:

Risk is an integral part of financial decisions. Following the rapid evolution of financial risk management and increased volatility in the marketplace, this subject is significantly important in the financial management major. This subject provides an overview of the nature of financial risk and risk management strategies, including the use of financial derivatives in the management of financial risk from an international perspective. Financial risks and relevant risk measures introduced include market risk (value-at-risk and expected loss), credit risk (ratings and credit derivatives), liquidity risk, operational risk, country and political risk. To complement the rather quantitative nature of the topics, the subject includes real life examples and case studies.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:BX2031 AND BX2032 AND (BX2014 OR BU2004 OR CO2601 OR CO2611)

Availabilities

, Study Period 1
Census Date 28-Mar-2019
Contact hours:
  • 0 hours
    Method of Delivery:WWW - LearnJCU
    Assessment:end of semester exam (50%); online quizzes (30%); mid-semester test (20%).

    Townsville, , Study Period 1
    Census Date 28-Mar-2019
    Contact hours:
    • 38 hours - Combined Lectures; Tutorials/Workshops; Lecturer directed activities.
      Assessment:end of semester exam (50%); online quizzes (30%); mid-semester test (20%).

      JCU Singapore, , Study Period 51
      Census Date 11-Apr-2019
      Contact hours:
      • 38 hours - Combined Lectures; Tutorials/Workshops; Lecturer directed activities.
        Assessment:end of semester exam (50%); online quizzes (30%); mid-semester test (20%).

        JCU Singapore, , Study Period 53
        Census Date 05-Dec-2019
        Contact hours:
        • 38 hours - Combined Lectures; Tutorials/Workshops; Lecturer directed activities.
          Assessment:end of semester exam (50%); online quizzes (30%); mid-semester test (20%).

          Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.