FinTech in Investment Management
| Module title | FinTech in Investment Management |
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| Module code | BEF2016 |
| Academic year | 2024/5 |
| Credits | 15 |
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Module description
This module is designed to provide a general overview on the concept of and areas of FinTech and outline some of its key areas of impact in the field of investment management. Regulatory and technological developments are changing the nature of financial markets, services and institutions in ways completely unexpected before the 2008 global financial crisis. Advancements include the use of Big Data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are discussed to evaluate investment opportunities, optimise portfolios and mitigate risks. These developments affect not only quantitative asset managers but also fundamental asset managers who make use of these tools and technologies to engage in hybrid forms of investment decision making.
Module aims - intentions of the module
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
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ILO: Discipline-specific skills
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ILO: Personal and key skills
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| Credit value | 15 |
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