Finance (Asset Pricing)

Course detail Description

You’ll develop your knowledge of theory- and model-based analytical methods. Our focus is on quantitative techniques, taking mathematical, statistical, and econometric methods and applying them to the world of finance.

By the end of your studies, you’ll be able to apply core finance theory to real issues in the industry. And you’ll come away with an understanding of verbal, mathematical, graphical, and econometric representation of financial ideas. You’ll also have the skills to assess the functioning of financial and banking sectors around the world.

Course purpose

Whether you’re a current student or a working professional, we’ll provide an intellectually challenging environment for you to learn about financial markets.

Part of our mission at King’s Business School is to create future leaders. We’ll make sure you’re equipped with all the skills you’ll need in your career, whether that’s academic research, policymaking, or managing financial institutions.

Course format and assessment

The following table will give you an idea of what a typical academic workload might look like as you progress through your studies:

teaching Module Lectures, feedback and seminarsSelf-study Per 15-credit module Between 20 and 30 hours which typically consist of a combination of lectures, case discussion and class activities; there may be some variation in the precise format. Approximately 120-130 hours. Dissertation module Dissertation workshops and one-to-one supervision. Approximately 595 hours self-study and project work.

Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.

Throughout the degree students are assessed by a variety of methods, which include written examinations, coursework and individual or group projects and presentations for the taught modules. The dissertation submitted in September each year is worth 60 credits. Assignment feedback is provided within four working weeks of submission.

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Structure

Year 1 Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits. Required Modules

You are required to take:

• Quantitative Techniques (15 credits)

• Investments Analysis (15 credits)

• Applied Corporate Finance (15 credits)

• Financial Markets & Institutions (15 credits)

• Asset Pricing (15 credits)

• Dissertation (60 credits)

Optional Modules

In addition, you are required to take 45 credits from a range of optional modules that may typically include:

• Financial Derivatives (15 credits)

• Empirical Finance (15 credits)

• Risk Management (15 credits)

• Financial Econometrics (15 credits)

• Corporate Finance (15 credits)

• Banking Regulation (15 credits)

• Topics in Applied Finance (15 credits)

• Behavioual Finance (15 credits)

• Applied Welath Management (15 credits)

• International Finance (15 credits)

• Financial Engineering (15 credits)

• Portfolio Management (15 credits)

• Commercial & Investment Banking (15 credits)

• Credit Ratings (15 credits)

• Computational Finance (15 credits)

• Bond Markets, Analysis and Strategies (15 credits)

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.