Faculty: Economics and Administrative Sciences The International Finance major focuses on the financial aspects of global business operations, including foreign exchange markets, international capital flows, risk management, and financial strategies for multinational corporations. Students gain skills in financial analysis, investment strategies, currency management, and regulatory compliance, preparing for careers in financial institutions, multinational corporations, consulting firms, and government agencies. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of international finance and global financial markets. - Develop skills in foreign exchange management and currency risk. - Learn international investment strategies and portfolio management. - Explore global financial regulations and compliance. - Analyze financial strategies for multinational corporations. - Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills. - Gain practical experience through projects and internships. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to International Finance** - Overview of international finance principles, global financial markets, and industry trends. 2. **Foreign Exchange Markets** - Fundamentals of foreign exchange markets, including exchange rates, currency trading, and risk management. 3. **International Capital Markets** - Study of international capital flows, debt and equity markets, and global investment opportunities. 4. **Risk Management in International Finance** - Techniques for managing financial risks, including currency risk, interest rate risk, and credit risk. 5. **International Investment Strategies** - Principles of international investment, portfolio management, and asset allocation. 6. **Global Financial Regulations** - Understanding international financial regulations, compliance, and ethical considerations. 7. **Financial Strategies for Multinational Corporations** - Developing and implementing financial strategies for multinational corporations, including capital budgeting, financing, and dividend policy. 8. **International Trade and Finance** - Analysis of the relationship between international trade and finance, including trade financing and export-import management. 9. **Emerging Markets and Financial Development** - Study of financial markets and development in emerging economies. 10. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in international finance settings, such as financial institutions, multinational corporations, or consulting firms. 11. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying international finance skills, such as developing an international investment strategy, conducting a risk management analysis, or creating a financial plan for a multinational corporation. **Assessment Methods:** - International finance principles and global financial markets analyses - Foreign exchange markets and currency risk projects - International capital markets and investment opportunities projects - Risk management in international finance projects - International investment strategies and portfolio management projects - Global financial regulations and compliance analyses - Financial strategies for multinational corporations projects - International trade and finance analyses - Emerging markets and financial development projects - Internship/practicum reports - Capstone projects and presentations **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to International Finance" - "Foreign Exchange Markets" - "International Capital Markets" - "Risk Management in International Finance" - "International Investment Strategies" - "Global Financial Regulations" - "Financial Strategies for Multinational Corporations" - "International Trade and Finance" - "Emerging Markets and Financial Development" **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of finance, economics, and an interest in global financial markets and international business. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in International Finance. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue certifications such as: - Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) from the CFA Institute - Financial Risk Manager (FRM) from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) - Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) from the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) - Certified Financial Planner (CFP) from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards **Target Audience:** Aspiring international finance managers, financial analysts, risk managers, investment strategists, and professionals seeking careers in financial institutions, multinational corporations, consulting firms, government agencies, and related fields. This major equips students with the financial and analytical skills needed to excel in international finance, supporting careers in various roles within financial institutions, multinational corporations, consulting firms, government agencies, and related fields.