3806671: Research Methods IFS - specialization Part

Qualifications

• • know and learn to use specific financial databases.
  • name and understand descriptive statistics that are of relevance in financial research.
  • learn and understand the properties of linear regression and time series analysis.
  • learn and understand the basic concept of Monte Carlo simulations and their possible applications in finance.
  • gain basics knowledge about qualitative methods
• • consider assumptions underlying specific statistical methods/models.
  • find suitable approaches to statistically address given research questions.
  • apply the methods learnt within a statistical software package.
  • formulate correct research questions and hypotheses.
  • Interpret empirical findings prudently.
  • present research methods in an understandable way.
• • listen carefully, read and repeat, practice until they understand the logic and mathematics behind models.
  • work together and motivate peers who tend to give up as a reaction to the difficulty of mathematical problems.
  • take responsibility and organize/explain their solution to others who have problems and tend to give up.
• • understand and critically discuss the arguments of fellow students.
  • understand the flaws and problems of fellow students, reaction without offense.