By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain the structure of the financial system, analyze the role of investment banks, differentiate buy-side and sell-side participants, evaluate financial markets and regulatory frameworks, and apply price determination concepts to real-world market scenarios.
Analyze Investment Banking & Financial Market Systems
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What you'll learn
Explain the structure of the financial system and the role of investment banks.
Differentiate buy-side and sell-side participants and evaluate financial markets.
Apply price determination concepts and understand key regulatory frameworks.
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January 2026
Assessments
8 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of investment banking and the financial system, covering core concepts such as buy-side and sell-side roles, investment banking services, and the key participants that enable efficient capital flow within the economy.
What's included
9 videos4 assignments
This module explores global financial systems, financial markets, regulatory frameworks, and their role in economic growth, helping learners understand market mechanisms, investor behavior, and price determination.
What's included
9 videos4 assignments
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