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FINN2021: Financial Markets and Institutions

Final Examination Guide and Notes 2026

Part 01: About This Guide

Part 02: Sample Final Examination Paper

Part 03: Suggested Solutions to Final Exam Paper

Part 04: Proven Exam Strategies and Tips

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Durham University - Financial Markets and Institutions (FINN2021)

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2026 - 2027

University	Durham University
Department	Finance
Module Code	FINN2021
Level	Level 2
Module Name	Financial Markets and Insitutions
Notes Title	Final Examination Guide and Notes
Page Length	28

Prepare with clear, easy-to-follow notes for Financial Markets and Institutions (FINN2021) at Durham University. The guide covers all examinable topics, explains the exam format and priority focus areas, and organises the module into a logical path. Core ideas and methods are set out in simple terms, reinforced with worked examples that show how to apply them. You’ll also get exam-style practice questions with solutions to check understanding and build confident performance in the final.

FINN2021: Financial Markets and Institutions (prerequisite: Foundations of Finance, FINN1011) introduces students to the economic principles that underpin the operation of financial systems. The module builds understanding of the structure of financial markets and institutions, exploring how and why these institutions function within the broader financial environment. It gives students the chance to study both theoretical and practical aspects of primary and derivative financial markets, helping them connect concepts with real-world applications.

The module encourages students to critically analyse the role of regulation in shaping financial markets and the behaviour of institutions. By engaging with academic literature, students develop their ability to evaluate research and debates within the field, strengthening their analytical and critical thinking skills. Overall, the module provides a strong foundation for further study in finance and related areas.

Key Areas of Focus:

Overview of the financial system;
Types of financial intermediaries;
The banking industry;
Mutual Funds and Hedge Funds;
Financial regulation;
Central banks and the conduct of monetary policy;
Money markets;
Bond markets;
Foreign Exchange markets;
Introduction to derivative markets and financial risk management;
Introduction to options markets;
Properties of options;
Trading strategies and hedging positions;
Forward and futures markets;
Swap markets;
Securitisation and its role in the 2008 financial crisis.

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ECON1021	Economic Methods
ECON2011	Macroeconomics
ECON2021	Microeconomics
ECON2061	Econometrics
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FINN1037	Quantitative Methods 2
FINN1061	Introduction to Financial Economics
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