Introduction to the Financial Sector

Structure Type: Course
Code: LTVVO111
Type: Free choise
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 2.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Laine, Päivö
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

The studen can describe the earnings logic of key actors in the financial sector (banks, insurance companies, financing companies). The student can list the most important financial sector firms in Finland and describe their roles in the economy. The student can describe a normal credit decision process of a bank as well as recognise and assess the more common issues relating to credit risk management. The student is familiar with the most common insurance products.

Student's Workload

Total workload 54 h
- of which scheduled studies 20 h
- of which autonomous studies 34 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

None required.

Contents

The financial sector and its development in Finland, financial supervisory authority, credit policy, the credit decision process, credit risk management, statutory and voluntary insurance policies.

Recommended or Required Reading

Lecture materials and other materials announced by the lecturer.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and guest lectures, independent work.

Assessment Criteria

Assessment 1-5.

Assessment Methods

Exam

Work Placement

None.

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