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Instructions:
Answer all questions.
Minimum word limit for the individual coursework: 2000 Words Maximum
word limit for the individual coursework: 2200 Words End-references, tables,
figures, and appendices are not included in the word count.
Assessment Criteria:
-Evidence of understanding of relevant concepts
-Critical application of theory
-Demonstration of analytical independent thinking
-Evidence of research
-Use of relevant examples to support the argument
-Collection and sound use of relevant information
-A coherently structured argument
-Well supported conclusions
-A sound professional quality presentation
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The performance of students is assessed by the assessment type Coursework –
‘Individual Report’ as appropriate to the level and learning outcome of the
assessment protocol. The individual coursework constitutes 100% assessment
weighting for this module. Students are required to select a prominent international
or global bank (e.g., HSBC) and write an individual company analysis report (2000
words) by discussing the following questions.
⮚ Provide a comprehensive overview of the selected bank’s business nature and its
primary role in the financial system and its contribution to the transmission of
monetary policy. Support your analysis with relevant literature and industry
insights. [10 Marks]
⮚ Offer a historical perspective on the bank’s activities, emphasising its evolution into
an international/global entity. Employ the theories of international banking to
underpin your narrative and support your arguments. [10 Marks]
⮚ Critically discuss the banking structure within the relevant country, exploring
challenges related to regulation and legislation. Evaluate the impact of these
challenges on the bank’s operations and strategic decisions. [10 Marks]
⮚ Banks face a plethora of risks, and these risks are not mutually exclusive and are
often correlated. Debate on the risks facing by the bank and its risk management
strategies. Illustrate your arguments with examples and references to the
academic literature. [20 Marks]
⮚ Evaluate the performance of the selected banks over a minimum of five years by
utilising key financial metrics, such as profitability ratios, efficiency ratios. Support
your analysis with relevant financial data and industry benchmarks. [20 Marks]
⮚ Undertake a critical assessment of key issues shaping the landscape of
international banking and financial markets. For example, bank globalisation,
mergers and acquisitions, sustainability, fintech, and systemic risk. Establish clear
linkages to the prospective future of the selected bank. [20 Marks]

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