BFF5130 Case studies in banking and finance
Faculty of Business and Economics
BFF5130 Case studies in banking and finance is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before BFF5130
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BFF5130
No unit lists BFF5130 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.
Enrolment rules
You must be enrolled in course B6004 and have completed 60 credit points of study to undertake this unit.
Overview
The purpose of this unit is to synthesise the knowledge you have acquired during your Master of Banking and Finance studies. The unit includes a substantial research component of real-world cases to help you become familiar with the scientific research method. This will enable you to analyse research papers effectively and comprehend the importance of research in advancing theoretical concepts in finance and banking.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
- Demonstration40%
- Written40%
- Presentation20%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
apply prior knowledge and critical thinking to analyse real-world banking and finance issues and propose solutions
- 2
make informed ethical decisions in business by evaluating and weighing information
- 3
conduct independent research and apply acquired skills to case examples
- 4
synthesise findings and effectively communicate analysis in a concise business format
- 5
work collaboratively to present and discuss information in a professional manner.
Workload and teaching
- Seminars12 hours
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachActive 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. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit includes case-based teaching, where you apply your knowledge and engage in analytical and reflective thinking to solve complex contextual scenarios. Activities are often designed so that there is not one clear answer, but you need to work together to examine, analyse and make decisions to resolve the situation.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Technology resources
There may be an additional cost associated with purchasing a physical and/or virtual calculator. Specific details will be provided in the Learning Management System by commencement of Orientation week.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Amale Scally
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BFF5130?
BFF5130 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is BFF5130 offered?
In 2027, BFF5130 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
How much work is BFF5130?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BFF5130 have an exam?
No. BFF5130 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.