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(2008, 12 300 words)
The dissertation investigates whether the volatility models used for the forecasting of two foreign exchange (FX) rates (Euro/USD and USD/JPY) can be applied to risk management. The literature review covers the studies of 16 different models used for FX volatility forecasts including GARCH, SV, VaR, NNR, etc. The models are applied to the analysis of the FX data for the periods of 1998 to 2002 and 2002 to 2003. Conclusions are made about the combination approaches with relation to risk management and forecasting accuracy.
(2008, 12 500 words)
The dissertation investigates the financial variables that can partially explain the capacity of securities to generate profits in the Dubai's stock exchange market to evaluate the potential of investing in the Dubai's stock market. Literature is reviewed on the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), the Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT) the market efficiency hypothesis, the determinants of stock prices, etc. The research is based on the data collected for each company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). The variables related to the change in the price of assets are described and analysed. An overview of Dubai's economy and stock market is presented. Conclusions are made about the financial variables that may influence the investment decisions. Proposal matching this dissertation is also available on our website under the name: C/F/314. Proposal. Determinants of Dubai's stock exchange investment.
(2008, 950 words)
The paper offers a research proposal into the features of financial securities that can increase the profits in the Dubai's stock exchange market. The aims and objectives of the study are outlined; a review of literature on the theory of risk and return is suggested; the methods of research are described including econometric estimation of the variables obtained from the Dubai companies; the ethical consideration of the study and the project time scale are presented. Dissertation matching this proposal is also available on our website under the name: C/F/313. Dissertation. Determinants of Dubai's stock exchange investment.
(2008, 12 500 words + 950 words)
The dissertation investigates the financial variables that can partially explain the capacity of securities to generate profits in the Dubai's stock exchange market to evaluate the potential of investing in the Dubai's stock market. Literature is reviewed on the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), the Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT) the market efficiency hypothesis, the determinants of stock prices, etc. The research is based on the data collected for each company listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM). The variables related to the change in the price of assets are described and analysed. An overview of Dubai's economy and stock market is presented. Conclusions are made about the financial variables that may influence the investment decisions. Proposal matching this dissertation is also available on our website under the name: C/F/314. Proposal. Determinants of Dubai's stock exchange investment. Proposal for this dissertation is presented in the appendix.
(2008, 1800 words)
The paper offers a research proposal into the strategic reaction of financial companies to the periods of volatile exchange rates. Research aims and objectives are identified providing rationale for the study of risk exposure in the financial sector. A brief review of related literature is presented; research methods are described; ethical considerations of the study are considered.
(2007, 10 400 words)
The dissertation investigates the impact of research and development (R&D) expenditure on a company's risk. The study is based on two models of risk evaluation: CAPM and the Modigliani-Miller model. The relationship between R&D expenditure and risk is examined; conclusions are made about the role of the R&D expenditure and its effect on the financial risk.
(2007, 7900 words)
The dissertation investigates the profitability of the Banking system in Greece reviewing academic literature related to the concept of profit and the issues of banking profitability, offering an overview of the Greek banking system. The variables influencing banking profitability are analysed on the basis of the data collected from the financial statements of commercial banks. The estimation of regression is conducted; conclusions are made about the capital, liquidity, risk management, the size of the bank and previous returns on the profitability.
(2007, 10 400 words)
The dissertation investigates the consumer credit market of Uzbekistan studying Uzbek local banks' approach to risk assessment and management of consumer loans. The review of literature touches on the features of commercial banks in developed and less developed countries. The methods of research include direct data collection through questionnaires and interviews, quantitative analysis of credit reports, and qualitative analysis of related secondary sources. Conclusions are made about the tools of the portfolio risk management used by local banks.
(2007, 1700 words)
Pension funds are an increasingly popular alternative to the traditional pension contributions scheme. This paper proposes a research investigation into the use of hedge funds in the British pension funds. It also evaluates the capacity of hedge funds in generating wealth.
(2006, 15000 words)
The dissertation addresses the issue of plastic card fraud in the UK providing a review of literature on the history of plastic card development, the regulation of plastic card industry, security issues of plastic card transaction and cardholders' behaviour, etc. A study into plastic card use is conducted combining the qualitative and quantitative methods of secondary and primary research including observation, experimentation and questionnaires. Conclusions are made about the advantages of using plastic cards and the main reasons behind the rise in card fraud. Recommendations about the ways of the fraud prevention are offered.
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