MAF430 - Advanced Derivative Securities
Unit details
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| Enrolment modes: | (B) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | (For Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) students only) |
| Unit chair: | M Chng |
| Prerequisite: | Nil. |
| Corequisite: | Nil. |
| Incompatible with: | Nil. |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 3 hour seminar per week |
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Content
The aim of the unit is to introduce students to the theory and practice of pricing and buying derivative securities for hedging purposes across different markets. The unit will focus on the theoretical frameworks associated with the different pricing models for options, futures, interest rate derivatives, foreign exchange, swaps and exotics. This unit will provide an understanding of the framework of derivative instruments available in Australia and internationally. It also covers a number of research issues directly related to derivative assets and markets.Assessment
Written Assignment 3000 words 30%, Presentation (Individual or Group/2 Students) 10%, Examination 2 hours 60%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1224 | $1224 | $2506 | $2660 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.