IE412 Financial Engineering
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Course Objectives
The aim of the course is to prepare students for today’s dynamic financial environment by comprising the diversity of financial instruments and institutions, and the latest developments and issues from the financial arena, domestic as well as international. The emphasis of the course is on the theoretical understanding of key concepts, an appreciation of the role of institutions within these markets, and practical relevance.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Frederic S Mishkin " The economics of money, banking and financial markets" 7th edition
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation
Video and audio aids)
Student presentations
Projects and class discussions.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory Lecture | |
| 2 | Why Study Financial Markets and Institutions? | Chapter 1 |
| 3 | Overview of the Financial System | Chapter 2 |
| 4 | International Financial Centre | Chapter 3 |
| 5 | Quiz exam, International Financial Regulation | Chapter 18 |
| 6 | The Money Markets | Chapter 11 |
| 7 | The Bond Markets | Chapter 12 |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | |
| 9 | The Stock markets | Chapter 13 |
| 10 | Risk Management in Financial Institutions | Chapter 23 |
| 11 | The Mutual Fund Industry | Chapter 20 |
| 12 | The Financial Institutions Industry-Banking and the Management of Financial Institutions | Chapter 17 |
| 13 | Bloomberg Project | |
| 14 | Individual Project - Presentation | |
| 15 | Individual Project - Presentation |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Mid-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Presentations
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4
Class Discussion
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 5
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Homework Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 6
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Quiz
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Project
15 hours ⏳ (3 week × 5 h)
Midterm exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final exam study
25 hours ⏳ (1 week × 25 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [IE412] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| IE412 | Financial Engineering | 2 | 2 | 6 | Mo 15:00-15:50 We 12:00-13:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Senior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Currently not available |
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| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The aim of the course is to prepare students for today’s dynamic financial environment by comprising the diversity of financial instruments and institutions, and the latest developments and issues from the financial arena, domestic as well as international. The emphasis of the course is on the theoretical understanding of key concepts, an appreciation of the role of institutions within these markets, and practical relevance. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Frederic S Mishkin " The economics of money, banking and financial markets" 7th edition | |||||||||
| Additional Literature | ||||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation, video and audio aids), student presentations, projects and class discussions. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | |||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory Lecture | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Why Study Financial Markets and Institutions? | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Overview of the Financial System | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | International Financial Centre | Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Quiz exam, International Financial Regulation | Chapter 18 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | The Money Markets | Chapter 11 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | The Bond Markets | Chapter 12 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | The Stock markets | Chapter 13 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Risk Management in Financial Institutions | Chapter 23 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | The Mutual Fund Industry | Chapter 20 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | The Financial Institutions Industry-Banking and the Management of Financial Institutions | Chapter 17 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Bloomberg Project | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Individual Project - Presentation | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Individual Project - Presentation | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 50 | Not Allowed | ||
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term exam | 1 | 25 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentations | 1 | 10 | 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Class Discussion | 1 | 5 | 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 1 | 15 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Homework Project | 1 | 5 | 6 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Quiz | 15 | 1 | 15 | Project | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| Midterm exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | Final exam study | 25 | 1 | 25 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||