About this course
This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the financial system's components, its role in economic development, and the various financial instruments and markets that facilitate financial transactions.
Throughout this course, we will delve into the definition of a financial system, its components, and their roles. We will examine how financial systems facilitate the mobilization of funds for investment and provide facilities for the financing of commercial activities. We will also explore the relationship between financial systems and economic development, the different types of financial instruments, and the various financial markets, including money markets and capital markets. Additionally, we will look into the formation and functions of international financial institutions, as well as the challenges they face.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will have gained a solid understanding of the following:
- The definition and components of a financial system, including financial institutions, markets, instruments, services, and money.
- The role of the financial system in mobilizing funds for investment and financing commercial activities.
- The relationship between financial systems and economic development.
- The different types of financial instruments and markets, including money markets and capital markets.
- The formation, functions, and challenges of international financial institutions.
