This subject focuses on developing students? applied knowledge and practical skills required to work in the financial and investment markets. Current industry practice is analysed in real-time and incorporated with the underlying theories of investment management. The subject draws on the experience and expertise of senior industry practitioners to guide students through the analysis of the latest industry developments and investment strategies. Along the way, students develop practical skills and confidence to navigate the workplace to ultimately provide the highest standard of advice to individual and institutional investors. This subject is aimed at students about to enter investment-related jobs in the industry such as in portfolio management, treasury operations, trading rooms as well as client and administrative roles in banking, wealth management and insurance.