The course Financial economics is designed to provide students with insights into the economics of money, banking, and financial markets through the analysis of theories combined with numerous applications in the real world. The course is expected to provide students with knowledge and understanding on the role of money in the economy, the money supply process, aggregate supply and demand, the effectiveness of monetary policy tools, the role of expectations and the transmission mechanisms of monetary policy. After completing the course, students should be able to implement monetary policy analysis and research; explain the debates and issues in money, banking and financial fields; discuss policy responses; explain the impact of monetary policies on opportunities and risks in business and investment. Students need to be able to build skills such as analytical skills, problem solving skills and self-study skills to gain professional qualifications in their future careers.