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4. Microeconomics |
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"Microeconomics course introduces the fundamentals of microeconomics. This course provides a strong foundation for economic analysis and thinking that can be used throughout other subjects and for professional careers. This course begins with an introduction to a framework for the study of consumer behavior and consumer decision analysis. Then turn the attention towards production decisions. The final section of the course provides an introduction to several advanced topics that can be analyzed using microeconomic theory, including the effects of uncertainty on consumer behavior, general equilibrium, game theory and industry economics, asymmetric information, externalitsies, and public goods. By the end of the course, learners are able to understand the microeconomic theory at a basic level, solve basic microeconomics problems, analyze some advanced microeconomic problems, and use techniques to analyze policy related to the activity of the real economy." |
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5. Macroeconomics |
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"Macroeconomics studies the economy in the manner of overall. Thus, the aggregated variables and average index play an important role in the analyses. This course clarifies the influencing factors and the relationship between aggregated variables and average index such as output, price index, unemployment rate, exchange rate, interest rate through indicators in the macroeconomic model. Moreover, this course emphasizes the role of financial markets including aspects of asset prices, securitization, financial leverage, causes and effects of financial crises through theoretical models. This helps learners better understand the economic situation and be able to analyze macroeconomic policy." |
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6. Specialized Econometrics |
3 |
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Students will have in-depth access to basic and advanced econometric methods; which uses mathematical and statistical knowledge to establish properties for finite samples and asymptotic properties of OLS estimators for linear regression model and some extensions. Students can handlle many different types of data: cross-sectional data, time series data, pooled cross-sectional data, panel data. This course also covers the problem of heteroskedasticity, autocorrelation and endogeneity. During the course, students will practice with empirical data and R/Stata software. |
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7. Applied Data Science |
3 |
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This module provides students with the fundamental concepts of data science that help to distinguish between Predictive, Descriptive, Diagnostic & Prescriptive Analytics. Learners also build a data analytic thinking and use data in supporting business decision making. In addition, this module provides learners some most basic machine learning algorithms in data science, and how to implement these algorithms using R/Python software. Learners can also understanding how to apply these algorithms in solving practical problems. |
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8. Stochastic Models And Application |
3 |
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This course is an graduate course on stochastic processes. Topics include the Markov chain, random walk, Poisson and Wiener processes. Moreover, some applications in economics and finance also introduced. |
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9. Numerical Analysis |
3 |
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This course is an introduction to the numerical analysis. The primary objective of the course is to develop the basic understanding of numerical algorithms and skills to implement algorithms to solve mathematical problems on the computer. |
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10. Advanced Optimal Control In Economics |
3 |
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The course Advanced Optimal Control in Economics is intended for students with a basic and systematic background in methodology for solving some optimal control problems with continuous time, with mixed inequality constraints, and with general inequality constraints. This course also provides students with procedures to solve various optimal control problems in real life, and particularly, in economics and finances such as: the simple cash balance problem, the optimal financing model, production-inventory systems, the Nerlove-Arrow advertising model, a simple maintenance and replacement model, models of optimal economic growth, a model of optimal epidemic control, and a pollution control model. |
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11. Partial Differential Equations And Applications |
3 |
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The course aims to provide basic knowledge of partial differential equations (diffusion equations, Laplace equations, e.t.c.) and their applications in economics and finance modelling. |
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- Elective: Select 2 out of 7 |
6 |
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12. Time Series Analytics And Forecasting |
3 |
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The Time Series Analysis course provides the theory and applications of time series analysis methods for both stationary and non-stationary series This course helps students understand deeply the characteristics of each model. Students can build, test and compare to choose the most appropriate model for forecasting, seasonal patterns. This course alsi introduce the spectral analysis and spectral estimation. |
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13. Bayesian Statistics |
3 |
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The course introduces Bayesian statistical method to use a prior information in data processing to make statistical inferences. It covers important concepts in Bayesian probability modeling as well as estimation using both optimization and simulation-based strategies, using prior information to study random variables, estimate proportions, estimate mean, find linear regression lines. Furthermore, this course compare between Bayesian statistics and traditional statistical methods to help students identify their advantages and disadvantages. |
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14. Inverse Problem In Economics |
3 |
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Inverse theory refers to the mathematical techniques used to determine the parameters of a model that describes a set of observed data. This course will introduce the principles of the inverse theory with focus on applications to economics |
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15. Numerical Methods For Boundary Value Problem |
3 |
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This course introduce some numerical methods to determine the stationary state of the differential equations, to solve the two point boundary value problem and elliptic equations. |
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16. Mathematical Economic Modeling |
3 |
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This course cover the economic models from basic to advanced, from static to dynamic, and from theoretical to practical aspects. The content of the course includes three main parts. The first part focuses on how to measure macroeconomic indicators and introduction to economic growth theory' the second part mentions the theoretical model of the business cycle, and the third part presents macroeconomic policy for an open economy. |
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17. Dynamical Systems And Applications |
3 |
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Theory and applications of mathematical models of dynamical systems (discrete and continuous). Topics include linear and non-linear equations, linear and non-linear systems of equations, bifurcation, and chaos. |
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18. Nonlinear Programming |
3 |
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The course Nonlinear Optimization is intended for students with a basic and systematic background in methodology for solving various nonlinear optimization problems such as unconstrained optimization, convex optimization, linearly constrained problems, and inequality and/or equality constrained problems as well. Moreover, this course provides students with procedures to solve some nonlinear optimization problems in real life, and particularly, in economics and finances. |
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- Elective: Select 2 out of 9 |
6 |
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19. Development Economics |
3 |
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Development Economics focuses on studying topics related to the economy - society - environment - education - health - administration - institutions. These topics will be approached from a development perspective with the aim of helping learners find relevant policy analysis frameworks. This lays the groundwork for the analysis to find out development policy implications for developing countries such as Vietnam that face diverse challenges in the process of industrialization. The course exposes learners to the main themes of development economics by exploring the policy implications of development theory from empirical research in developing countries in the globalization context. |
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20. Environmental Economics |
3 |
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Environmental economics is designed to help learners understand the relationships between economic activities and the environment, and vice versa. The course discusses the theories and instruments used to analyze and measure economic and environmental relationships which is to determine appropriate decisions for the management of the environment and natural resources. |
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21. Production Economics |
3 |
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"This course helps learners to apply the theory of producer behavior in practice. Specifically in this course, students will learn: • Production function and problems in estimating production function. • Analysis of Total Factor Productivity - TFP. • Cost function, profit function and estimation method. • Analysis of technical change (also known as technological change). • Analysis of production efficiency: Technical efficiency, distribution efficiency and economic efficiency. • Risk analysis in production. The content of each lecture consists of 3 parts: (1) Basic theory; (2) Applied econometrics and illustrative research; (3) Practical exercises on the machine." |
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22. Health Economics |
3 |
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"Health economics course covers a wide range of health and healthcare economics topics. This course provides the economic concepts related to health behavior, the economic models and essential economics instruments for analyses 1) efficient resource allocation for health and healthcare systems, 2) efficiency of the health care market. This course consists of 8 lectures. Learners need to read the learning materials before attending the lecture. In addition, learners will have a practical part in the manner of a case study. There are two case studies presented in the course. In each case study, learners will be introduced to the research problem and provided with data. Learners will practice how to apply theories to solve research problems. Finally, each learner have to submit a research report for two case studies which is to evaluate the course result." |
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23. Financial Economics |
3 |
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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. |
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24. Corporate Finance |
3 |
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The course of Corporate Finance provides students, especially those with no undergraduate financial background, the basic and in-depth knowledge related to making financial decisions within corporations or organizations. Upon a completion of this subject, students can grasp the basic and modern knowledge of corporate financial management for their business study at higher levels of education or for academic research. |
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25. International Finance |
3 |
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The course International finance is designed to provide you with an understanding of the classical theory in international finance that demonstrates the correlation among macroeconomic variables such as inflation, interest rate, and exchange rate; policy choices in different contexts. In addition, other important parts of the course are focused on currencies and foreign exchange market, international monetary systems; expectations and crises; determinants of international capital flows and the balance of payments. The course is expected to provide students with knowledge and understanding on the key factors and classical theories in international finance. After completing the course, students should be able to explain the organization, movement and development of foreign exchange and international money markets, as well as international capital flows; explain and apply orthodox theories of exchange rates and open economy macroeconomics; explain the effectiveness of monetary policy in different exchange rate mechanisms; explain and apply knowledge provided by behavioural economics into expectations formation and financial crises. In-depth understanding of international finance combined with analytical skills, problem solving skills and self-study skills will support students to gain professional qualifications in their future careers. |
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26. Advanced Financial markets and institutions |
3 |
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This course is designed to provide learners with theoretical and practical knowledge related to financial markets and financial intermediaries in the market. The workings of the money markets, bond markets, stock markets, mortgage markets and foreign exchange markets are all thoroughly detailed. Simultaneously, the actions of intermediary financial institutions such as commercial banks, investment funds, securities companies, insurance companies, and so on are mentioned. In addition, learners will study about risk management in institutions so that they can understand the role and status of institutions in the market. |
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27. Modern Commercial Banking |
3 |
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Modern banking is a course that provides theoretical knowledge and empirical studies related to banking operations in the international integration trend. Understand the theory and in-depth knowledge about assets and liabilities of commercial banks, the banking system developing process and banking trends in the new millennium. Focus on researching banking service diversification, banking business efficiency, banking stability, and banking restructuring based on risk management techniques to ensure safety and compliance with Basel II standards.. Besides, research on investment management in globalization trends and the impact of the financial crisis on the world banking system. In addition to the knowledge gained, the modern commercial banking subject also trains and improves the skills of presentation, case analysis, research and research capabilities, and evaluation and analysis of fluctuations of the banking system. the world in general and Vietnam in particular |
