Run by Bangor Business School - (Changsha)

10.000 Credits or 5.000 ECTS Credits

Semester 1

Organiser: Ms Wendy Ashurst

To provide a practical understanding of the economic and strategic features of international banking, the markets in which international banks operate, and how and why international banks are regulated.

Introduction to international banking; Comparative banking system; International consolidation and mergers in banking; Country risk analysis; Market structure and bank performance; Market Structure, Competition, and Stability; International financial crises---theory; International financial crises---cases; International financial regulation --- theory; International financial regulation --- applications.

excellent

In addition to the above, the ability to illustrate and enhance arguments and analyses through the use of relevant support evidence drawn from the establishes literature.

threshold

A basic knowledge of course material.

good

In addition to the above, an ability to write analytically on specific issues.

1. To explain why and how banks expand abroad.

2. To understand why banks carry out international transactions in particular market segments.

3. To identify and understand the different types of risk facing international banks and how to measure these risks.

4. Understand the causes of international financial crises and how banking systems are affected.

5. Comprehend the nature and role of international bank regulation.

6. Appraise the policy prescriptions of international financial institutions in trying to resolve international financial crises.

Type	Name	Description	Weight
	Group Project 2000 words		25.00
	Exam S1 1.5 hours		75.00

		Hours
Lecture	One 2-hour lecture per week.	1

Compulsory in courses:

• N392: BSc Banking & Finance (Bangor College, China) year 3 (BSC/BFINBC)