Key facts
UNE unit code: ECON405
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- Trimester 3 - Online
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Australia’s banking and finance industry is constantly evolving. To future proof your career in this dynamic sector, you need a solid understanding of how our financial system works and the regulations and controls that affect its operations.
This unit will provide you with an essential understanding of the banking and finance sector in Australia.
You will explore current policies and controversies in banking and finance, such as financial deregulation and prudential control. You will also hone your analytical skills assessing the performance of the Australian financial system.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 3 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the Australian Financial System including financial markets, institutions and instruments;
- demonstrate an in-depth understanding of monetary policy and its impact on the banking systems in the financial sphere;
- use a range of cognitive and communication skills to identify, evaluate and synthesise relevant information drawn from a range of sources in order to demonstrate critical thinking and judgement in making financial decisions; and
- work independently to plan and execute tasks to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1: Policy Report | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Policy Report No. Words: 2000 |
| Assessment 2: Presentation | Yes | 20% | All offerings | 10 minute presentation highlighting the key points of the policy report produced in Assessment 1. Maximum 5-6 slides. No. Words: 2000 |
| Final Examination - Assurance Task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | There is a supervised exam during the teaching period in which you are enrolled. The exam will be offered online with supervision via webcam and screen sharing technology. Coordinated by UNE Exams Unit. Students must obtain at least 50% in the exam (and at least 50% overall) to receive a pass (or better) in the unit. |
| Quizzes | Yes | 10% | All offerings | 4 Quizzes comprising multiple choice questions and short answer questions. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Financial Markets, Institutions and Money
ISBN: 9781394333905
Kidwell, D. S., Mazzola, P., Brimble, M., Docherty, P., Basu, A. and Khan, H., Wiley 5th Ed. 2025
Text refers to: All offerings
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