MBA Online

Faculty of Business and Accountancy University of Malaya

Faculty : Business and Accountancy
Department : Finance and Banking
Programme of Study : Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Accounting
Course Code : CBEB 3308
Course Title : Derivatives Market
Credit Hours : 3
Course Pre-requisite(s) /
Minimum Requirement(s) : None
Learning Outcomes : At the end of this course, students should be able to;
1. Compare and contrast between the different types of derivatives
instruments.
2. Identify the pricing mechanism for the different types of derivatives
instruments.
3. Discuss the different features of derivatives instruments traded in Bursa
Malaysia Derivatives Market.
4. Develop replication, synthetics and arbitrage strategies when trading
in derivatives instruments.
5. Evaluate the appropriate option strategies to achieve trading objectives.
Synopsis of Course Contents : This course aims to expose students to the various types of derivatives
instruments traded in the local and international markets. It will enable
students to understand the basic techniques of valuing the various types
of derivative securities including forwards and futures, options and swaps,
its usage in the capital markets and in financial risk management.
Assessment : Continuous Assessment : 50%
Final Examination : 50%

Faculty of Business and Accountancy University of Malaya

Faculty : Business and Accountancy
Department : Business Policy and Strategy
Programme of Study : Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Accounting
Course Code : CBEB2322
Course Title : Legal Aspects of Banking
Credit Hours : 3
Course Pre-requisite(s) /
Minimum Requirement(s) : None
Learning Outcomes : At the end of this course, students should be able to:
1. Discuss the fundamental principles relating to the legal relationship,
the duties and liabilities of the banker and customer.
2. Explain the legal principles of lending and the concept of letter of
credit.
3. Differentiate the conventional and Islamic banking in Malaysia.
4. Discuss recent legal developments relating to the banking industry in
Malaysia.
5. Analyse and suggest alternative solutions to a given banking problem.
Synopsis of Course Contents : This course will cover the history and development of the banking system
in Malaysia and the role of the Bank Negara Malaysia, the relationship
between banker and customer, the types of account holder, negotiable
instruments and cheques. This course will also discuss the principles
and products of Islamic banking, banker’s securities and letters of credit.
Last but not least, there will be discussion on the recent legal developments
relating to the banking industry.
Assessment : Continuous Assessment: 50%
Final Examination : 50%