d163565 Introduction to Financial Markets

CEVRO University
fall 2022
Extent and Intensity
24/24/0. 7 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Jan Gazda, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Jan Gazda, Ph.D.
Department of Economics – Departments – President – CEVRO University
Timetable
Tue 11:00–12:20 Učebna 103, Tue 12:30–13:50 Učebna 103
  • Timetable of Seminar Groups:
d163565/cviceni: No timetable has been entered into IS. J. Gazda
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is offered to students of any study field.
Course objectives
The aim of the course is to understand the functioning of financial markets and their current specifics. In addition to markets, we will follow economic developments and current monetary and fiscal policies at home and abroad.
Learning outcomes
Students will be able to evaluate the development of the economy and financial markets after completing the course. They will learn to understand and distinguish which factors influence both areas. They will be able to understand why and how governments and central banks act in relation to economic developments.
Syllabus
  • 30.9. Financial markets as a part of our lives 7.10. Financial markets and economy 14.10. Financial markets and central banks 21.10. The largest and the most liquid market in the World 28.10. Holiday 4.11. One of the smartest markets of all 11.11. The one we all know 18.11. The most complex market of all and then the mystery one 25.11. Great financial crisis 2.12. Covid crisis 9.12. Biggest financial f*ckups of recent history 16.12. Live ECB broadcast
Assessment methods
Activity during class and oral exam at the end of the semester.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is also listed under the following terms summer 2020, fall 2020, fall 2021, fall 2023.
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