AFF3151

Japanese banking and finance ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Professor Michael Skully

Offered:
Not offered in 2005.

Synopsis: This unit examines the development of Japan's financial sector and the impact of economic, legal, regulatory and taxation factors; the role and operations of Japanese banks and other financial institutions, money market, bond and sharemarkets, and foreign exchange market; the internationalisation and deregulation of Japanese banking and finance; and Tokyo as a financial centre.

Assessment: Class discussion and participation: 10% + Assignment (4000-5000 words): 30% + Examination (3 hours): 60%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: AFX1300 and ECX1710