BFF3121 Investments and portfolio management
Faculty of Business and Economics
BFF3121 Investments and portfolio management is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs BFF2140, BFW2140, BFB2140 or BFC2140 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 1 other task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BFF3121
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BFF3121
1 unit list BFF3121 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the conceptual foundations of modern portfolio theory, using pricing models and other techniques in the valuation of securities; appreciate the effect of market efficiency on the valuation process; measure portfolio risk and determine performance benchmarks; and be able to take an applied perspective on investment management and analysis.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| First semester (Fully flex) | Caulfield | Flexible |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
- Within semester assessment40%
- ExaminationThreshold hurdle60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
critically evaluate financial market information to measure risk and return
- 2
describe modern portfolio theory
- 3
apply asset pricing models and valuation techniques to the valuation of assets
- 4
apply critical thinking, problem solving and presentation skills to individual and/or group activities dealing with investments and portfolio management and demonstrate in an individual summative assessment task the acquisition of a comprehensive understanding of the topics covered by BFF3121.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials12 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
Learning resources
Required resources
Australian Financial Review (daily basis)
Famous investor well-known all over the world: Warren E. Buffett: www.berkshirehathaway.com
An interesting first visit to a finance web site should be: Managing My Money, Investing, Scams and Information for Under 25s https://www.moneysmart.gov.au/
Monash University Financial Assistance: Managing Your Money http://www.monash.edu.au/financial-assistance/
Technology resources
The only Faculty approved calculators permitted in tests and examinations for all Australian campuses and locations is the HP10bII+ or Casio FX82 (any suffix).
Where it fits
BFF3121 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Abey Gunasekarage
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BFF3121?
You need BFF2140, BFW2140, BFB2140 or BFC2140 before you enrol.
What can I take after BFF3121?
BFF3121 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including BFC5915.
When is BFF3121 offered?
In 2020, BFF3121 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
How much work is BFF3121?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BFF3121 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 1 other task.
Which majors and minors include BFF3121?
BFF3121 is part of Banking and finance.