International financial systems, instruments, bank crises and risk assessment

On this course, you will receive an in-depth introduction to international banking, different types of financial markets, and insight into financial crises as a consequence of spreading global risk. The course focuses on four main areas of international finance: modern international financial systems; analysis of systemic bank crises; financial instruments for risk management in international banks; spreading financial risk and risk assessment in international markets. You will learn about the differences and similarities between various modern international financial systems, and understand the bank’s role in these, and how to explain systemic bank crises and identify possible consequences for financial markets. You will also analyse and critically interpret results and phenomena in a chosen research area, and critically compare different financial measures in international banking.

Course design

The course includes lectures and compulsory seminars and, linked to these, exercises and group assignments. There is also a written take-home examination.