(in Polish) Metody badań w finansach 2600-IADz1MBF
The classes cover:
- empirical methods in finance (quantitative and qualitative variables in finance; methods of analysis of the association/impact of qualitative data on financial phenomena);
- the rules for analysis of verified research results;
- robustness checks;
- case studies in finance;
- design of research results presentation;
- critical analysis of the literature with reference to hypotheses;
- critical analysis of reasoning on the financial phenomena with reference to research results
Course coordinators
Type of course
Learning outcomes
In terms of knowledge:
• explains empirical research methods in finance, including the analysis of quantitative and qualitative variables and their impact on financial phenomena (K_W01)
• describes the principles of analyzing positive financial research results and the process of verifying these results (K_W01)
• is able to identify and critically analyze complex technological, social, political, and ecological processes and phenomena using advanced scientific research methods in finance. Understands the fundamental dilemmas of modern civilization and can quantitatively and qualitatively assess their impact on an organization's strategic financial decisions. Demonstrates the ability to model the impact of these phenomena on the functioning of the economy and to design information systems, taking into account legal and economic conditions. (K_W05)
• the principles of industrial property protection and copyright law. (K_W06)
• selects and applies information technology techniques and numerical methods to solve financial problems, demonstrating proficiency in using specialized analytical software. (K_W07)
In terms of skills:
• develops and presents financial research results in a clear and understandable manner, using appropriate data visualization tools (K_U03)
• conducts a critical literature review of selected financial phenomena, formulating accurate hypotheses and evaluating research methodology (K_U03)
In terms of social competences:
• consciously makes research decisions, guided by the principles of ethics, social responsibility, and scientific integrity in financial analyses (K_K05)
Assessment criteria
Criteria for passing the course:
Attendance compulsory - 1 absences allowed.
Written projects
Practical placement
Not obligatory
Bibliography
Baltagi B.H., 2015. The Oxford Handbook of Panel Data. E Book Book accessibile in BUW
Kultar S., 2007. Quantitative Social Research Methods explores the entire spectrum of quantitative social research methods and their application, Los Angeles : Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd. 2007. eBook.,
Students use scientific studies selected by the instructors, published in journals covered by the Journal Citation Report, the list of which takes into account research trends in financial management. Example journals: Journal of Financial Economics, Journal of Banking and Finance, Journal of Financial Services Research, European Journal of Finance, Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions & Money. Other materials recommended by the instructors