Overview
In this Economics for Finance online short course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll study the economic foundations upon which financial markets function. With expert guidance and support, you’ll learn about important economic theories and their relevance to finance.
Careers
You’ll complete this course with enhanced skills in economics for finance. This course will prepare you for roles in the global corporate and financial sector, including:
- business analyst
- asset manager
- trader
- broker
- hedge fund / investment advisor
Programme Structure
In this course, you’ll study topics including:- understanding market demand, market supply, and market equilibrium
- conditions under which markets are efficient
- simple economic concepts, such as present value, risk aversion, risk diversification, and efficient-market hypothesis
- analysis of key elements of behavioural economics and finance, prospect theory, and myopic loss aversion
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics Finance View 54 other Short Courses in Economics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- an undergraduate degree at UK honours level, or equivalent.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1045 GBP / full≈ 1045 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1045 GBP / full≈ 1045 GBP / full