EC5608
Financial Intermediation
2017-2018
20
10
SCQF level 11
2
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 20
ECTS credits : 10
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: 2
Planned timetable:
This module will cover the main theoretical issues involved in financial intermediation, from the existence of banks through credit rationing and optimal contracts to bank runs, central banks and regulation. The module will concentrate on analytical models, but there will be some reference to current issues in existing financial systems.
Weekly contact: Lectures, tutorial (fortnightly).
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 50%, Coursework = 50%
Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination = 100%