ECON100 Introduction to Economics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to offer a broad coverage of essential economic principles for understanding the economic operation in the real world. It also equips students with the ability to apply the economic perspective to analyze and critically evaluate economic issues and policies.

ECON101 Principles of Economics I

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to offer basic knowledge of microeconomic theories for understanding economic operations in the real world. It also equips students with the ability to apply various microeconomic theories to analyze and critically evaluate economic issues and policies.

ECON102 Principles of Economics II

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to offer basic knowledge of macroeconomic theories for understanding the economic operation in the real world. It also equips students with ability to apply various macroeconomic theories to analyze and critically evaluate economic performance, issues and policies.

ECON103 Basic Microeconomics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to offer basic knowledge of microeconomic theories for understanding the economic operation in the real world. It also equips students with the ability to apply various microeconomic theories to analyze and critically evaluate economic issues and policies.

ECON104 Basic Macroeconomics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to offer basic knowledge of macroeconomic theories for understanding the economic operation in the real world. It also equips students with the ability to apply various macroeconomic theories to analyze and critically evaluate economic performance, issues and policies.

ECON105 Quantitative Methods for Economics and Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to equip students with essential mathematical and statistical skills for practical applications. Students will master linear and non-linear equations, financial mathematics, differentiation, integration, matrix algebra, and various statistical concepts. They will learn to analyze data, understand key probability distributions, perform basic hypothesis testing, and conduct analysis of variance, preparing them for quantitative analysis in economic and financial topics.

ECON203 Intermediate Microeconomics

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to offer an in-depth treatment of microeconomic theory in order to explore the relationship between economics analysis and human behaviours. It also equips students with the ability to apply concepts to analyse and resolve real-world economic issues.

ECON204 Intermediate Macroeconomics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to use economics models to develop students’ understanding of the nature of macroeconomics and the role of fiscal and monetary policy in the economy at the intermediate level. It also equips students with the ability to apply concepts to analyse and resolve real-world economic issues.

ECON213 Introductory Econometrics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to introduce the fundamental tools in econometrics and develop students’ ability to apply the theoretical concepts and techniques learned in lectures to the analysis of economic phenomena.

ECON214 Data Visualization and Report Writing for Economics and Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students with a broad overview of data visualization and to write static, interactive and animated report for finance and economic data. Students can quickly identify and comprehend data trends, outliers, and patterns using data visualization tools. Additionally, it gives students the skills necessary to analyse exploratory data using programs like Tableau and PowerBI. Students will learn how to create an interactive and animated report and a static report utilising online templates and flipbook software.

ECON302 The Economies of Mainland China and Hong Kong

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to equip students with fundamental knowledge about the economic growth of Mainland China and Hong Kong. Additionally, it aims to develop students' analytical skills to evaluate economic issues in Mainland China, Hong Kong and the Great China Area based on their understanding of China's economic development and unique circumstances.

ECON303 History of Economic Thought

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to offer an in-depth treatment of the evolution of economic thinking. The emphasis is placed upon how the theory and methods of the past have influenced contemporary economics. The major tenets of various schools of economic thought will be explored. Students will be trained to evaluate the contributions of economic thinkers and apply the arguments from major schools of thought to current economic issues.

ECON304 Economic and Financial Indicators

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the world’s most prevalent economic and financial indicators from a macro view, such as those related to unemployment, sentiment and confidence, inflation, productivity, industry, and international trade. Using Hong Kong as an example, the course introduces students to the nature, measurements, and limitations of those indicators that have been used internationally to measure and compare economic conditions across economies. This course also reviews the impact that changes in these indicators have on the economy.

ECON314 Economic Forecasting

1 Term; 3 Credits
This is an application-oriented course which aims to provide students a rigorous training in the forecasting of macroeconomic variables. In addition to standard models of trend, seasonality, and cycles, the focus of this course is to build a stochastic model for linear univariate time series. By the end of the course, students are expected to apply a variety of methods in forecasting economic performance.

ECON315 Economic Modeling

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with moderately complex econometric models to understand contemporary issues in economics and finance and facilitate students to understand how the empirical techniques can be applied on real data, and provide the necessary background to evaluate empirical findings reported in economic literature.

ECON320 International Trade

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students an economic framework and some conventional models to analyze current international trade issues and equip students with the knowledge to understand the principles and concepts of international trade.

ECON322 Managerial Economics in Digital Age

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to use economic models to develop students’ understanding of the nature of managerial economics, the role of markets, and the role of business in the economy. It covers various aspects of managerial economics, such as firms, decision-making, technology, innovation, and quantitative methods, including econometrics and soft computing for analyzing managerial issues. It also showcases the application of managerial economics across sectors, including the real estate market, and lays a solid foundation for students who wish to obtain RICS associate membership in the future. It also benefits those who wish to work in managerial roles in different sectors.

ECON324 Global Economics and Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course studies the topics in global economics and finance from a macroeconomic perspective. It covers the international monetary system, international trade models, trade policies, exchange rate determination, globalization and financial crisis. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the framework, the tools and the institutional knowledge in evaluating the latest global economics and finance issues.

ECON336 Urban and Real Estate Economics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is designed for students to develop a framework for examining the spatial distribution of economic activity in urban areas and property markets. Major topics include location decisions and patterns in urban areas, land-use patterns, property markets, and housing policies. This course also emphasises real-world examples, which illustrate the applications of theoretical knowledge at the implementation stage.

ECON346 Issues in Development Economics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course reviews economic and social issues in the world development. Models of economic growth and structural transformation are introduced. The role of the market versus the state is examined in the context of economic reform and liberalization. The impact of globalization on developing and emerging economies is critically analyzed. The course also covers issues such as entrepreneurship, culture, path dependence, income inequality and policies towards a happier society. After completing this course, students should have acquired basic understanding of the problems and issues confronting developed and developing countries.

ECON350 Research Methodology

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods, design and methodologies. By examining the strengths and weaknesses of various types of research methods, this course develops students’ understanding of the processes and the lines of reasoning in implementing an appropriate research approach, and their ability to critically assess research proposals and research articles. This course benefits all students who wish to go on to further studies, write a university paper/final year project or work for a think tank/academic research unit. It also lays solid ground for those who wish to obtain relevant professional qualifications in the future, such as chartered surveyors under the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and certified statisticians of the Hong Kong Statistical Society.

ECON401 Senior Seminar

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course of Senior Seminar enables students to crystallize what they have learnt in the Economics and Finance programme. It aims to equip students with the knowledge of undertaking a research project. Students are also trained to design the complete research process, from developing the research topics, outlining research objectives, reviewing relevant literatures, collecting and compiling data, adopting methodologies, writing the research project and presenting the key findings.

ECON413 Mathematical Economics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students exposure to common mathematical analyses of economics. It maintains a balance between economic theories and mathematical vigorous. Students are trained to solve economic problems with mathematics. Major emphasis is placed on conducting comparative static analyses using mathematical techniques.

ECON421 Sustainable Economic Development

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to equip students with several important topics in sustainable economic development, including sustainable economic and business theories, indicators for sustainable economic development and circular Economy. The emphasis is placed upon the policies to fulfill the sustainable Development goals such as government regulation, and sustainable economic development in the modern digital economy.

ECON446 Honours Project

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course enables students to crystallize what they have learnt in the programme. It can be a practical project or conducting a piece of academic research. It aims to assist students to develop a range of generic skills (such as communication, problem-solving, self-management, data management, and analytical skills) as an integral part of the research training.

ECON450 Economics and Ethics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course introduces students to the relevance and importance of ethics and social responsibility in economics and finance. It aims to increase students’ awareness and understanding of ethical issues in everyday life, and to provide students with useful conceptual tools to guide their analysis and decisions. After completing the course, students are expected to be equipped with basic ethical concepts so that they can identify, think critically about, and resolve ethical issues that are encountered in decision making at the individual, organizational and societal levels.

ECON460 Internship

1 Term; 3 Credits
Internship is an experiential course offered by the Department of Economics and Finance in conjunction with financial institutions, professional bodies, social and commercial enterprises. It emphasizes teaching and learning through hands-on experience of real-world practices in an authentic workplace. It combines engagement in the daily operation of external agency with reflection to connect what students have experienced in the workplace using the concepts and tools of economics and finance. The course aims to maximize learning opportunities for students to:
1. meet with the changing economic and financial development needs from the real-world practice;
2. apply appropriate economic and financial knowledge to handle real-life situations, cases and issues;
3. acquire work ethics, self-initiative, time management, team-work and flexibility to the business and financial organisational culture for successful workplace performance;
4. enhance their work readiness, generic skills and self-efficacy in realising their career goals;
5. develop an increased level of determination and competence for both in the academic discipline and in their chosen career path.

FIN205 Foundations of Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with the knowledge of investment products, financial analysis, risk management, and portfolio theory. Moreover, practical applications for real-world financing and asset allocation decisions will be covered.

FIN243 Money & Banking

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to use basic economic models to develop students’ understanding of the nature of a money economy, the structure of the banking system, the principles and practice of bank management, and the role of monetary policy in the economy.

FIN245 Introduction to Corporate Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with the theory and practice of corporate finance that enable students to tackle the concepts and techniques of cash flows valuation, capital budgeting decisions, analysis of risk and return, estimation of cost of capital, capital structure policy and dividend distribution policy.

FIN321 ESG Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with knowledge to understand the principles of green products, and analytical skills in constructing green asset portfolios and managing the risks for ESG projects. Moreover, the future opportunities and challenges for the development of ESG finance will be covered.

FIN322 Financial Trading Strategies

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to equip students with skills and knowledge to design, implement, and evaluate trading strategies in different financial market environments. It also develops students’ understanding of behavioural finance factors that impact trading decisions, and the roles of technology in financial trading.

FIN324 Financial Institutions in Hong Kong and Global Banking

1 Term; 3 Credits
Hong Kong is one of the most important financial centres in the world with the largest number of international banks and financial institutions. This course aims to develop students’ understanding of the theoretical concepts about local financial institutions and the role of global banking in Hong Kong. It also aims to enhance students’ abilities to analyze the interaction between global banking industry and local financial institutions. The challenges and prospects faced by the financial institutions in Hong Kong and global banking will also be discussed.

FIN330 International Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
Under a highly globalized and integrated world economy, issues related to international financial management have emerged rapidly. The course aims to equip students with several important topics in international finance, including nature of international financial system, key parity relationships, managing foreign exchange risk, international portfolio relationship and digital finance. By the end of the course, students are expected to make optimal corporate financial decisions under a complex financial environment.

FIN347 Introduction to Financial Derivatives

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with the knowledge and pricing theory of financial derivatives. Practical applications for hedging, arbitrage and speculating strategies using financial derivatives will also be covered. In addition, the course enables students to understand the development of financial derivatives, and ethical standards in the profession of financial derivatives.

FIN349 Wealth Management and Planning

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive process of wealth planning and management, and equip them with the knowledge and skills that a wealth manager should acquire in assessing clients’ financial needs and goals. Moreover, it helps students to develop asset allocation and portfolio management techniques. Students will also be trained to make all aspects of wealth management and planning decisions from an integrated perspective.

FIN410 Financial Data Analysis

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to provide students with quantitative techniques for extracting information from financial and accounting data. Also, the course will equip students with research methodology to handle data analysis and conduct empirical studies in global financial markets.

FIN423 Financial Risk Analysis & Management

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides an overview of the key theoretical concepts and principles underlying financial risk analysis and management, and demonstrates how these concepts and principles can be implemented in practice in a variety of contexts. It also discusses both quantitative and qualitative approaches in evaluating different risks faced by financial institutions. Specific topics include Value at Risk, liquidity coverage ratio, Basel III capital requirements and securitization.

FIN443 Financial Economics

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course aims to offer an in-depth treatment of how economic theory is applied to make investment decisions and corporate financing decisions under uncertain environment. It also discusses the pricing models and portfolio management models for asset valuation and risk management analysis.

FIN445 Regulation and Management of Financial Institutions in Hong Kong

1 Term; 3 Credits
The emergence of new financial products in the market and the recent global financial crisis have increased the importance of the regulation and management of financial institutions. The course aims to highlight the critical contribution that regulations make in maintaining the financial system's stability. It will also study the management of financial institutions from various perspectives.

FIN446 Property Valuation, Funding and Finance

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is designed to equip students with an in-depth understanding of real estate markets. It discusses the essential techniques of valuing different kinds of properties, including residential building, office, retail and land. It also addresses issues which are related to property funding and investment.

FINT100 Introduction to FinTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
The aim of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the principles of FinTech. Areas such as FinTech evolution, digital transformation trends in financial services and virtual banking will be covered. The course further aims to explore how FinTech services such as digital payments, cryptocurrencies, blockchain, big data and machine learning, are driving the business world. By the end of the course, students will possess a basic understanding of the key programming languages, such as Python and C#, for developing FinTech applications.

FINT200 Fundamentals of FinTech Computing

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to introduce the concepts of computer programming in the context of the FinTech business environment. Students will learn basic programming knowledge and techniques, that facilitate decision making in a business environment, such as data curation methods and data visualisation methods. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply basic principles of programming and analysis skills to solve business problems. This course will mainly focus on the programming language of Python (Python 3) and will be supplemented by basic system analysis and design software (e.g. Visio, Figma, etc.).

FINT300 Big Data Analysis

1 Term; 3 Credits
The aim of the course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the information technologies used in extracting, analysing and storing big data. Students will acquire knowledge in different data mining algorithms for handling high-variety data. Through lectures in this course, they will develop senses of how to uphold veracity of data. They will also learn how to store large-volume data for high velocity of data processing. Through tutorials and workshops, they will gain hands-on experience of using various programming languages, including Python and/or R, to extract, analyse and store big data. By the end of the course, students are expected to develop competence of analysing big data to solve problems in business and finance.

FINT301 Cloud and Cyber Security

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to present a comprehensive overview of cybersecurity from both theoretical and practical perspectives. It further aims to provide solutions to meet the security needs of various organizations through risk analysis, incident handling, integrated network responses, compliance initiatives and cybersecurity applications. Upon completion of this course, students are expected to gain competence of developing and executing plans of privacy and security management in the current dynamic business and financial environment.

FINT302 Social Impact of FinTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to develop a framework for students to discuss the social impact of FinTech and gain critical understanding of the con economic forces shaping the financial service sector. Major topics include social good for FinTech, financial inclusion, job creation and destruction, promoting innovative incentives, trusted partnerships (data access, privacy and governance), FinTech gender gap and diversity, and Green FinTech. By the end of the course, students will have a thorough understanding about the social changes that are brought by FinTech companies. Students should be able to deal with new challenges and seizing opportunities to capitalize on the changes such as shift the nature of FinTech to shape future finance and business.

FINT303 InsurTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between insurance and technology. It offers a comprehensive overview of various data tools and technologies, while deepening students’ understanding of their applications in the context of insurance. Also, it enhances students’ knowledge of data science and artificial intelligence specifically within the insurance sector. Students will explore data analysis techniques and gain practical experience with relevant tools and technologies. It addresses legal, ethical and industry concerns to prepare students for real-world challenges in the fast-changing insurance technology field through attending lectures, workshops and project consultations.

FINT400 Artificial Intelligence

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the underlying concepts of artificial intelligence. Students will develop a working knowledge of search algorithms, probabilistic representations, learning algorithms and various artificial intelligence applications. The course introduces different intelligence algorithms used in the industry which extend beyond conventional technology’s capabilities. By the end of the course, students will have a thorough understanding of algorithmic decision making, and hands on experience in connecting the algorithms to artificial intelligence applications in computer vision, robotics, and related domains. The course will also prepare students for external qualifications.

FINT401 RegTech and FinTech Regulation

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to develop an understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects concerning the evolution of FinTech and RegTech. Students will learn how to analyse and evaluate supervisory and regulatory approaches to FinTech. By the end of this course, students will be able to make recommendations to executives within the business environment, explain how to respond to the changing regulatory environment.

FINT450 FinTech and Ethics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course introduces students to the importance of ethics and social responsibility within the FinTech landscape. It aims to enhance students' awareness of ethical challenges specific to financial markets and FinTech while providing them with essential conceptual frameworks for analysis and decision-making. Upon completion, students will be able to identify, critically evaluate, and resolve ethical dilemmas in their decision-making processes at the individual, organizational, and societal levels.

FINT460 Internship

1 Term; 3 Credits
This is an experiential course offered by the Department of Economics and Finance in conjunction with financial institutions, professional bodies, social and commercial enterprises. The course emphasizes teaching and learning through hands-on experience of real-world practices in an authentic workplace. It combines engagement in the daily operation of external agency with reflection to connect what students have experienced in the workplace using the concepts and tools of financial technology. Key objectives include developing work ethics, self-initiative, and teamwork, enhancing job readiness and skills, and fostering determination and competence for academic success and career advancement.

FINT501 Applied Artificial Intelligence for FinTech Management

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of artificial intelligence and its applications in the financial market. It covers fundamental AI concepts, generative AI, and applied AI techniques. Students gain practical skills in algorithmic decision-making, financial data analysis, and AI-driven financial strategies. The course prepares students for careers in FinTech by equipping them with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI in FinTech management. Through lectures, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies, students develop the ability to apply AI solutions to complex financial problems, enhancing their analytical and strategic capabilities. This course is essential for those aiming to excel in FinTech management.

FINT502 Financial Big Data Analytics

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course equips students with the knowledge and skills to analyse and interpret large- scale structured and unstructured alternative financial datasets. Through a combination of theoretical concepts and practical applications, students will gain a deep understanding of financial big data sources, data preprocessing techniques, and exploratory data analysis, which are essential for FinTech managerial staff at work. Students can apply these techniques to forecast financial trends, manage risks, optimise portfolios, detect fraud, and make data-driven decisions. Upon completion, students will be well-prepared to utilise financial big data analysis for making financial decisions and contribute to the field with advanced analytical skills.

FINT503 WealthTech and InsurTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course explores the transformative role of WealthTech and InsurTech in the 4th Industrial Revolution, highlighting how these technologies are reshaping the financial services industry. Students gain insight into the driving forces behind these changes by examining the digitalisation of wealth and insurance management, the development of innovative business models, and the global trends influencing these sectors. The course investigates emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and the Internet of Things while addressing evolving client demands and the significant impact of regulatory changes. This course comprehensively explains the innovation and transformation shaping wealth and insurance management.

FINT504 RegTech and Cybersecurity

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to develop students’ understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of RegTech and Cybersecurity in the context of FinTech. Students will also learn how to analyse and evaluate solutions of RegTech and Cybersecurity for various business and financial problems. By the end of this course, students will be able to make recommendations to executives within the FinTech environment and explain how to respond to the changing regulatory environment. They are also expected to gain competence in developing and executing plans for privacy and security management in the current dynamic business and financial environment.

FINT505 Business Law and FinTech Regulation

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks and challenges in the FinTech industry. It covers contracts, employment, torts, financial regulations, and market misconduct, offering students valuable insights into business law essential for FinTech managerial positions. Students will also learn about regulating the FinTech environment, including digital currencies, virtual banks, and blockchain technology worldwide, and how to address ethical challenges and market misconduct. The course equips students with the legal principles needed in the evolving FinTech landscape. It prepares them to work as managers and leaders in the FinTech sector, manage legal risks, and ensure regulatory compliance upon completion.

FINT506 Personality Psychology for FinTech Management

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to present major theories and research relevant to the study of personality and their managerial implications in the rapidly emerging FinTech industry. Students will learn about individual differences and similarities through lectures, group discussions, and projects. By doing projects, they will gain insights into applying personality-related concepts in FinTech management, such as recruitment, work performance, leadership, and teamwork. Additionally, students will acquire knowledge of various cognitive theories and understand how to apply them in FinTech management. The course also emphasises the importance of personality traits in predicting job performance and career success within the FinTech sector.

FINT507 Psychological and Social Aspect of Fintech

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological and social factors influencing the FinTech industry, enabling them to navigate the complex interplay between human behavior and technological advancements. By studying consumer behavior, social dynamics, ethical considerations, and regulatory frameworks, students will be able to analyse the impact of FinTech on society, identify ethical challenges, and create effective strategies for managing human capital and customer relationships within the industry. This course will prepare students to contribute to the future of FinTech with a strong foundation in both technical and human aspects.

FINT508 Human Resource Analytics for FinTech Management

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides an overview of human resource (HR) management and analytics for FinTech professionals. It aims to provide students with the knowledge and application of analytical techniques to evaluate and resolve HR issues within the unique context of the FinTech sector. It also helps students to acquire knowledge and skills in the use of data analytics and to make data-driven decisions for managing human resources. Upon completing this course, students will be equipped with the human resources management (HRM) and analytics knowledge that will raise their competency in managerial skills in the FinTech sector.

FINT509 Digital Marketing and Internet Consumer Behaviour

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course introduces students to cutting-edge research in the intersection of new digital marketing strategies and online consumer behaviour in FinTech. It provides students with advanced knowledge of the Internet's fundamental and critical impacts and how it changes traditional marketing practices and consumer behaviour. Prevailing techniques for understanding e-marketing opportunities, challenges, and strategies and designing a digital marketing plan will be included. Strategies for marketing goods and services via virtual and mixed reality and social media for FinTech will be discussed and evaluated. The course will benefit students aspiring to be FinTech managerial staff in formulating marketing strategies for their FinTech companies.

FINT510 ESG and FinTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
The course equips students with the knowledge to understand the principles of environmental, social and governance (ESG) and examines how ESG influences investment decisions and portfolio management. Students will explore FinTech’s roles in developing ESG businesses and climate risk management. They will employ FinTech know-how to enhance ESG data collection and analysis and explain the means for promoting ESG products in a FinTech environment. Finally, the challenges and opportunities the FinTech industry faces will be analysed. Students are prepared to navigate the challenges and opportunities within the ESG and FinTech landscape and make decisions that align with sustainable financial practices.

FINT511 Sustainable Development and FinTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to give students a comprehensive understanding of the interaction between sustainable development and FinTech. Students will explore how FinTech can contribute to sustainable development goals (SDGs), analyse the challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable FinTech solutions, understand the regulatory environment surrounding it, and develop skills to evaluate the social, economic, and environmental impacts of sustainable FinTech innovations. They will also learn how to assess various green financial products and their opportunities in implementing sustainable FinTech solutions.

FINT512 Industrial Attachment

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course provides students with hands-on experience of real-world FinTech management practices. By getting involved in the daily operation of a company, students can reflect on their lecture-based learning and compare it to actual industry practices. It aims to foster a sense of accountability and cultivate appropriate attitudes and behaviours needed at work. It also helps students discover their strengths, weaknesses and areas at work for improvement, aiding them in securing a suitable job in the future. Upon completing this course, students will acquire practical skills crucial for managerial and leadership roles in the FinTech management sector.

FINT513 Research Methodology for FinTech Management

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is designed to provide students with the essential research skills for FinTech management. It covers key topics such as literature review, research design, quantitative and qualitative methods, data analyses’ strengths, limitations and ethical considerations. They will also learn how to present their findings effectively. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to write research papers, proposals, and theses that contribute to academic, policy, and managerial fields, as well as the rapidly evolving FinTech sector. This course prepares students to tackle complex challenges in FinTech management and drive significant advancements through robust research methodologies and practical applications.

FINT514 Research Project for FinTech Management

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to develop students’ ability to conduct independent research in FinTech management. Students will identify research gaps, conduct literature reviews, and apply quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. Students will analyse data and present their findings in a comprehensive research report. The course enhances students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, preparing them for advanced research or professional roles in FinTech management. By the end of the course, students will be able to design and execute research projects, critically analyse the research methods, contribute valuable insights to FinTech management, and demonstrate their ability to address complex financial challenges.

FINT591 Economics and Finance for FinTech

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of core economic and financial concepts that govern the functioning of financial markets and institutions, and their interactions with the real economy. Students will gain knowledge of the characteristics and dynamics of various financial instruments, markets, and intermediaries and explore the role of macroeconomic factors in shaping the economic and financial system. Additionally, the course will equip students with the ability to apply key financial concepts to make informed decisions in the rapidly evolving FinTech landscape and to navigate new opportunities and challenges for businesses, consumers, and policymakers.

FINT592 Cryptography and Blockchain

1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students with a solid cryptography and blockchain technology foundation. It throws light on these technologies' development and practical applications in FinTech management, showcasing their potential to create new opportunities and address challenges for businesses and consumers. Students will explore essential concepts such as cryptographic techniques, blockchain operations, smart contracts, and cryptocurrencies. The course prepares students to develop decentralised solutions for real-world issues, such as using blockchain to support bank management and Ethereum for fund management to alleviate poverty. Additionally, it encourages critical thinking and analysis through interactive case studies and group projects.

ECON601 Advanced Economic Theories

1 Term; 3 Credits
1. Offer an in-depth mathematical treatment of advanced microeconomics. It equips students with rigorous analytical techniques to resolve complex economic and financial issues in the real world. The students are also provided with solid foundations for research work on microeconomic theories.
2. Explore macroeconomic models at the graduate level. Students will be equipped with sophisticated skills and knowledge to explain and forecast the macroeconomic and financial variables.
3. Provide students with a critical understanding of advanced financial theories for asset valuation, portfolio management and risk management analysis.
4. Offer a sound knowledge of a specialty area in economics or finance chosen by the student to pursue students’ study programs. The students are equipped with rigorous analytical theories or models in their chosen specialty areas for research in economics and finance.

ECON602 Advanced Quantitative Methods in Economics

1 Term; 3 Credits
The aim of this course is to equip graduate students with advanced knowledge in quantitative methods in economics. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to apply advanced econometric techniques to interpret economic and social phenomena, design and formulate sophisticated economic models based on complex data, comprehend and critically evaluate empirical studies in economic research.