Asian banking and finance
Michael Skully
12 points
* 3 hours per week
* First semester
* Caulfield
Objectives On successful completion of this subject students should understand the operation at a basic level of banking and financial institutions in Southeast Asian nations and the nature of regional banking and financial transactions; have a working knowledge of the principle banking and financial institutions currently operating within the Southeas Asian region; appreciate the significance of relations between Australian banking and finance institutions and those of the Southeast region; know how to follow trends and changes in the banking and finance sector and be aware of their importance in economic forecasting and in the planning of trading and investment strategies.
Synopsis Topics include a comparative study of the various banking and financial networks in the south-east Asian region. Issues explored include national economic development policies, exchange rate regimes, capital market structures, and foreign investment incentives. An analysis and comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of the varous countries' financial structures and formation is made; cultural aspects; investment opportunities and future are explored.
Assessment Research paper (5000 Words): 50%
* Examination (3 hours):
50%
* or
* Research paper (10,000-12,000 words): 100%
* Students
selecting this second option are also required to present a 10-minute
class-paper presentation on their chosen topic of research.
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