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FINN2117: Derivative Markets 
Final Examination Guide and Notes 2025 
 
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 - Derivative Markets (FINN2117)

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2025 - 2026

University	Durham University
Department	Finance
Module Code	FINN2117
Level	Level 2
Module Name	Derivative Markets
Notes Title	Final Examination Guide and Notes
Page Length	30

This guide helps you get familiar with the updated final examination for FINN2117: Derivative Markets at Durham University. It not only explains the exam format but also gives you a chance to practise effective exam techniques. With a focus on core exam questions and easy-to-follow diagrams, it makes key concepts clearer and easier to remember. Fully updated to match the latest version of the module, this self-study guide covers all exam topics so you can feel confident and well-prepared for the final.

FINN2117: Derivative Markets aims to equip students with a comprehensive knowledge of derivative securities, encompassing their theoretical concepts, pricing models, and practical application within financial markets, thereby developing their ability to critically evaluate academic literature pertaining to this field.

Key Areas of Focus:

Introduction to financial risk and risk management and derivative markets.
Hedging, speculation and arbitrage.
Introduction to options markets.
Properties of options.
Option trading strategies and hedging positions.
Forward and futures markets.
Forward and futures pricing.
Hedging with futures contracts.
Swap markets.
Securitisation, collateralised debt obligations and credit default swaps.

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