Course Objective
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
● Explain the structure of financial markets.
● Analyse financial instruments.
● Evaluate investment opportunities.
● Assess regulatory frameworks.
● Interpret market information.
● Apply financial market concepts to Zimbabwean and international markets.
Expected Outcome
1. Be able to apply theoretical and practical knowledge of managing the capital resources of an organization or company in an efficient way
2. Provide analytical skill and facilitate study of financial markets, basics of trading and its regulation, market forces, demand and supply
3. Understand the risks, returns as well as legal parameters of a financial market
4. Develop awareness & understanding of the role and structure of the financial system and its components
5. Observe and interpret financial markets to uncover potential opportunities
6. Apply best practices to create, evaluate and rebalance financial portfolios to achieve investment outcomes
7. Enhance the professional and communication skills of students and acquire the ability to pursue careers in the ever growing field of finance and financial markets
- Teacher: Japhet Mutale