22789 Financial Analytics

Description

Financial Analytics focuses on the application of data analytics techniques to derive valuable insights and drive decision-making utilising financial data. This subject equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to analyse financial and non-financial data, uncovering patterns, trends, and relationships that can inform strategic business decisions. Throughout the subject, students explore the IMPACT analytics framework as a structured approach to conducting financial analytics projects. They learn to identify relevant business questions, preprocess and analyse large datasets, apply appropriate analytical techniques, and effectively communicate insights to stakeholders. They gain hands-on experience with data analytics tools and techniques, including data visualisation and statistical analysis to tackle real-world financial analytics problems.