BFF5935 Portfolio management and theory
Faculty of Business and Economics
BFF5935 Portfolio management and theory is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units, leading on to 3 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BFF5935
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BFF5935
2 units list BFF5935 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
You must be enrolled in course B4001, B5001, B6004, B6005 or B6015 to undertake this unit.
Overview
Topics include investment markets and investment strategies; measuring investment return and risk; capital asset pricing model; arbitrage pricing theory; security analysis and valuation; portfolio management; asset allocation; and portfolio performance measurement.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | Flexible |
| Second semester | Caulfield | Flexible |
Assessment
- Exercise15%
- Quiz / Test35%
- Examination50%
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
evaluate financial market information to measure investment risk and return, and be able to incorporate such evaluation in fundamental and technical analysis in the asset valuation process
- 2
develop an understanding of theories in market efficiency, asset pricing models, portfolio construction
- 3
understand investment characteristics of different asset classes and their implications in portfolio management
- 4
demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills and develop a team orientated approach to work effectively as a team member to produce a professional quality business document solving portfolio investment objectives
- 5
demonstrate in an individual summative assessment task the acquisition of a comprehensive understanding of the components of an investment portfolio and their optimal combination as discussed throughout the unit.
Workload and teaching
- Seminars24 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Assessments-
- 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 engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Required 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 Manapon Limkriangkrai
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BFF5935?
BFF5935 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after BFF5935?
BFF5935 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including BFF5915 and BFF5936. Those lead on to 3 units in all.
When is BFF5935 offered?
In 2026, BFF5935 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
How much work is BFF5935?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BFF5935 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.