Political Economy of FinanceLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

Upon completing this course the student will:
- Understand the main elements of the global financial system
- Understand the importance of corporate governance regimes
- Comprehend different approaches to corporate governance
- Understand the role of financial regulation

Content

Corporate governance
- Theory and practice
- International comparisons
- Political economy of corporate governance
Banking and finance
- Securities and instruments
- Banking regulation
- The “shadow banking” system
- Central banking
Theory of financial markets
Understanding the social origins and economic consequences of recent financial innovation

Qualifications

English Language Proficiency