Courses
Business & Economics > Finance
- Course
- Contemporary issues in Finance
- Lecturer
- Githinji, Mary
- University
- St. Paul's University
- Period
- Fall 2025
- Language
- English
Keyword
Syllabus
This postgraduate course examines the changing and complex world of modern finance. It focuses on key issues that influence global and emerging market financial systems. Students will study topics like financial technology disruption, Cryptocurrency, behavioral finance, sustainable finance, micro-finance, regulatory reforms, Cybersecurity, and the effects of monetary policy. The course emphasizes understanding how technology, regulations, and social factors affect financial decision-making and market results.
Using both academic research and insights from professionals and policymakers, the course encourages a critical analysis of current debates and trends, evaluating their effects on business strategies and economic futures. Through case studies, simulations, and interactive discussions, students will learn to assess risks, spot opportunities, and propose new solutions in a complex financial landscape. The program prepares graduates to navigate and contribute effectively to the future of finance in a rapidly changing world.
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Courses List
| No. | Course | Format | File | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Week 1 Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Finance | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 2 | Week 2 Financial Technology (FinTech) Disruption | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 3 | Week 3 Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 4 | Week 4 Behavioural Finance in Practice | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 5 | Week 5 Sustainable Finance and ESG Investing | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 6 | Week 6 Micro-finance and Financial Inclusion | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 7 | Week 7 Emerging Market Finance | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 8 | Week 8 Global Economic Uncertainty and Market Volatility | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 9 | Week 9 Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in Finance | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 10 | Week 10 Regulatory Reforms and Compliance Challenges | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 11 | Week 11 Wealth Inequality and Inclusive Finance | 2025-12-03 | ||
| 12 | Week 12 Financial Innovation and the Future of Finance | 2025-12-03 |
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