Course Information

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Guaranteed by

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Dita Egertová

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 12 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Dita Egertová

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/vFPH: Sat 2. 3. 8:30–10:00 E227, 10:15–11:45 E227, Sat 16. 3. 9:45–11:15 E225, 11:30–13:00 E225, Sat 6. 4. 9:45–11:15 E304, 11:30–13:00 E304, O. Ptáček

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 12 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Ivana Plačková

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: each odd Monday 17:30–18:14 S22, each odd Monday 18:15–19:00 S22, each odd Monday 19:15–19:59 S22, each odd Monday 20:00–20:45 S22, except Mon 13. 3. ; and Mon 20. 3. 17:30–19:00 S22, 19:15–20:45 S22, O. Ptáček

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 12 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Dita Egertová

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Mon 17:30–18:14 S26, Mon 18:15–19:00 S26, except Mon 21. 2., except Mon 21. 3., except Mon 28. 3. ; and Mon 28. 2. 19:15–20:45 S26, Mon 4. 4. 19:15–20:45 S26, Mon 11. 4. 19:15–20:45 S26, O. Ptáček

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 12 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Ondřej Ptáček, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Mon 17:30–18:14 S14, Mon 18:15–19:00 S14, O. Ptáček
N_IFS_2/vFPH: Fri 5. 2. 17:30–19:00 S11, 19:15–20:45 S11, Fri 5. 3. 17:30–19:00 S23, 19:15–20:45 S23, Fri 9. 4. 17:30–19:00 S11, 19:15–20:45 S11, O. Ptáček

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 12 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Wed 15:45–16:29 S22, Wed 16:30–17:15 S22, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5

recommended literature
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: each odd Tuesday 14:00–14:44 S11, each odd Tuesday 14:45–15:30 S11, each odd Tuesday 15:45–16:29 S11, each odd Tuesday 16:30–17:15 S11, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Learning outcomes

Deep understanding of financial market mechanism - basic understanding of asset and liability managemnt - FX and MM terminology - basic product - how to used them from risk management point of view - INCOTERMS - P/L and Balance sheet managements - types of intruments

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5

recommended literature
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Thu 15:45–16:29 S14, Thu 16:30–17:15 S14, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vFPPH: Sat 10. 2. 14:00–15:30 S11, 15:45–17:15 S11, Sat 24. 2. 14:00–15:30 S14, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Thu 15:45–16:29 S11, Thu 16:30–17:15 S11, except Thu 16. 2., except Thu 23. 2., except Thu 9. 3., except Thu 13. 4. ; and Thu 9. 2. 14:00–15:30 S11, Thu 2. 3. 14:00–15:30 S11, Thu 16. 3. 14:00–15:30 S11, Thu 20. 4. 14:00–15:30 S11, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vFPPH: Sat 25. 3. 8:00–9:30 S14, Sat 8. 4. 9:45–11:15 S11, 11:30–13:00 S11, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Thu 15:45–16:29 S14, Thu 16:30–17:15 S14, except Thu 18. 2. ; and Thu 25. 2. 14:00–15:30 S14, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vFPH: Sat 13. 2. 9:45–11:15 S13, 11:30–13:00 S13, Sat 27. 2. 11:30–13:00 S13, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vPPH: Sat 13. 2. 14:00–15:30 S14, Sat 27. 2. 8:00–9:30 S14, 9:45–11:15 S14, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

doc. JUDr. Ing. Otakar Schlossberger, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
doc. Ing. Vladislav Pavlát, CSc. (seminar tutor)
Ing. Ivana Šímová (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

doc. Ing. Vladislav Pavlát, CSc.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: each odd Wednesday 15:45–16:29 S13, each odd Wednesday 16:30–17:15 S13, each odd Wednesday 17:30–18:14 S13, each odd Wednesday 18:15–19:00 S13, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vFPH: Sat 21. 2. 9:45–11:15 S24, 11:30–13:00 S24, Fri 20. 3. 17:15–18:45 S11, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vPPH: Fri 6. 2. 17:15–18:45 S13, Sat 7. 3. 9:45–11:15 S14, 11:30–13:00 S14, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

N_IFS_1 International Financial Ser. 1
The requirement for the completion of this course is completion of the course N_IFS_1.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Kabelík K. Banking Regulation. Praha: ČBA, 2014. 219 s. ISBN 978-80-260-7334-5
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

For fulfilling requirements: Final test in written form;attendance. Written test is composed of approximately 30 to 40 questions, both open and closed questions can appear. It will take about an hour and a half (90 minutes. Questions are based on the course materials and topics covered by lectures, both theoretical and practical knowledge will be integral part of the final test. Minimum of 60% correct answers is required to pass the test.

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

doc. JUDr. Ing. Otakar Schlossberger, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Ing. Roman Mentlík, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
doc. Ing. Vladislav Pavlát, CSc. (seminar tutor)
Ing. Ivana Šímová (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

doc. Ing. Vladislav Pavlát, CSc.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cF1PH: Wed 15:45–16:29 S14, Wed 16:30–17:15 S14, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/cF2PH: Wed 15:45–16:29 S13, Wed 16:30–17:15 S13, I. Šímová
N_IFS_2/vF1PH: Sat 15. 3. 9:45–11:15 S24, 11:30–13:00 S24, Fri 11. 4. 15:30–17:00 S24, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vF2PH: Fri 11. 4. 12:00–13:30 S24, Fri 25. 4. 13:45–15:15 S24, 15:30–17:00 S24, R. Mentlík
N_IFS_2/vPPH: Fri 14. 2. 13:45–15:15 S13, 15:30–17:00 S13, Sat 15. 3. 14:00–15:30 S13, R. Mentlík

Prerequisites

No prerequisites for this course are required.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Wrap up of the winter course. Key products of the financial system for non-financial customers 2. Deep dive into Foreign exchange market and Money Market. Spot, Forward, Futures, Options. Deposits, corporate desk 3. Methods of the international settlement through banks I. Nostro, vostro accounts. SWIFT. 4. Methods of international settlement through banks II. Value dating. Back office – tasks, activities. 5. Transport documents used in international trade I. The meaning of open account payment term. Specimen bill of lading. 6. Transport documents used in international trade II. The function of a bill of lading. The different types of bill of lading. 7. Incoterms. The purpose of Incoterms. The 14 Incoterms. 8. Short-term finance for exports. The definition. An overview of the short-term facilities available for Exporters. 9. Medium and Long-term finance for exports. Introduction. The type of products – forfaiting, leasing. 10. Documentary credits for imports. The risk, which a bank runs when it issues a documentary credit. How to reduce and issuing risk 11. Actual development on the financial market. Euro countries. CZK market. 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

final test in written form, attendance

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
General note: Bb0.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

doc. Ing. Vladislav Pavlát, CSc. (seminar tutor)
Ing. Ivana Šímová (seminar tutor)

Guaranteed by

doc. Ing. Vladislav Pavlát, CSc.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Wed 15:45–16:29 S11, Wed 16:30–17:15 S11, I. Šímová
N_IFS_2/vFPH: Fri 8. 2. 15:30–17:00 S24, Sat 9. 3. 9:45–11:15 S24, 11:30–13:00 S24, V. Pavlát
N_IFS_2/vPPH: Fri 8. 2. 13:45–15:15 S13, Fri 22. 2. 13:45–15:15 S13, 15:30–17:00 S13, V. Pavlát

Prerequisites

No prerequisites for this course are required.

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

At the end of the course students should be able to understand and explain functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Exchange traded derivatives (futures and options, margin accounts, hedging with futures, basis risk) 2. Synthetic option strategies (profit and loss functions, speculative and hedging positions, range forward) 3. Financial structure and international debt (equity and debt capital, cost of capital, capital structure) 4. Bond valuation, yield to maturity (present value, fixed/floating coupons, internal rate of return) 5. Eurocapital markets (dual currency bonds, equity related bonds, option bonds, global bonds) 6. Interest rate swaps (definition, market, swap rate, hedging strategies) 7. Currency swaps (definition, market, basis swap, hedging strategies) 8. International diversification (theory of portfolio, correlation, systematic vs. individual risk, diversification) 9. Predictions of prices by technical analysis (moving averages, Bollinger bands, momentum) 10. Risk management (transaction and economic exposure, internal and external techniques, quantification) 11. Analysis of balance of payments and international investment position (structure, interpretation) 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

Teaching takes the form / lectures / seminars / workshops / full-time study / group consultations are managed in the form of combined study. Minimum mandatory attendance at seminars / workshops in full-time studies is 75%, the controlled group consultations in combined form 50%. Students who fail to meet the mandatory level of participation may be given during the semester additional study obligations (to the extent that will demonstrate academic achievement and acquired competencies necessary for successful completion of course).

Assessment methods

final test in written form, attendance

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
General note: Bb0.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

N_IFS_2 International Financial Services 2

Extent and Intensity

0/2. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).

Teacher(s)

doc. Ing. Karel Brůna, Ph.D. (lecturer)

Guaranteed by

doc. Ing. Karel Brůna, Ph.D.
Department of Finance – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Lenka Pokorná

Timetable of Seminar Groups

N_IFS_2/cFPH: Wed 8:00–8:44 S13, Wed 8:45–9:29 S13, K. Brůna
N_IFS_2/vFPH: Fri 10. 2. 17:15–18:45 S24, Fri 24. 2. 17:15–18:45 S24, Fri 9. 3. 17:15–18:45 S24, K. Brůna
N_IFS_2/vPPH: Fri 23. 3. 17:15–18:45 S13, Sat 14. 4. 9:45–11:15 S13, 11:30–13:00 S13, K. Brůna

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is offered to students of any study field.

Course objectives

Main target of the course is to help the students to understand functions of current global FX and money markets, to explain mechanism of exchange rate and interest rate determination and to introduce way of spot and term instruments pricing and using. Except this the purpose of the course is also to strengthen a knowledge of English language in both a vocabulary and an ability of its practical use in explanation of specific problem.

Syllabus

• 1. Exchange traded derivatives (futures and options, margin accounts, hedging with futures, basis risk) 2. Synthetic option strategies (profit and loss functions, speculative and hedging positions, range forward) 3. Financial structure and international debt (equity and debt capital, cost of capital, capital structure) 4. Bond valuation, yield to maturity (present value, fixed/floating coupons, internal rate of return) 5. Eurocapital markets (dual currency bonds, equity related bonds, option bonds, global bonds) 6. Interest rate swaps (definition, market, swap rate, hedging strategies) 7. Currency swaps (definition, market, basis swap, hedging strategies) 8. International diversification (theory of portfolio, correlation, systematic vs. individual risk, diversification) 9. Predictions of prices by technical analysis (moving averages, Bollinger bands, momentum) 10. Risk management (transaction and economic exposure, internal and external techniques, quantification) 11. Analysis of balance of payments and international investment position (structure, interpretation) 12. Summing up the semester

Literature

required literature
• Eiteman, D. K., Stonehill, A. I., Moffett, M. H.: Multinational Business Finance, Prentice Hall, 2010.

recommended literature
• Witzany, J.: International Financial Markets. Praha: Oeconomica, 2010.
• Fialová, H., Fiala, J.: The Concise Dictionary of Economic Terms. Praha: A plus, 2008.

Teaching methods

lectures, seminars

Assessment methods

final test in written form, attendance

Language of instruction

English

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
The course is taught annually.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 6 hodin KS/semestr.

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