BFW3121 Investments and portfolio management
Faculty of Business and Economics
BFW3121 Investments and portfolio management is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia. It needs BFB2140, BFW2140, BFF2140 or BFC2140 and unlocks 1 unit, leading on to 2 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 1 task
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before BFW3121
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After BFW3121
1 unit list BFW3121 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
The same content under another code. Only one of them counts.
Overview
On completion of this subject you 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 in the Australian environment.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Written100%
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 the performance of financial assets using actual data for investors/clients
- 2
apply critical thinking and deploy various digital and analytical tools to construct and manage a portfolio of financial assets, including sustainability-focused assets
- 3
demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively, contributing to team performance and the achievement of constructing a portfolio of financial assets.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachCase-based teaching
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- 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 includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Where it fits
BFW3121 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Zhaofeng Xu
- Professor Chaiporn Vithessonthi
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for BFW3121?
You need BFB2140, BFW2140, BFF2140 or BFC2140 before you enrol.
What can I take after BFW3121?
BFW3121 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including BFF5915. Those lead on to 2 units in all.
When is BFW3121 offered?
In 2026, BFW3121 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Malaysia.
How much work is BFW3121?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does BFW3121 have an exam?
No. BFW3121 has 1 assessment task and no exam.
Which majors and minors include BFW3121?
BFW3121 is part of Banking and financial management.