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EM LLM Tax 18: Modul Masterthesis

EM LLM Tax 18: Modul Masterthesis

Study Programmes
Executive Master of Laws in International Taxation
Module number:
4910181
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
15
Courses:
0 h
Self-study:
450 h

C15 Business Statistics II

C15 Business Statistics II

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Information Systems
Project Description
This course generalizes the concepts of simple linear regression discussed in Business Statistics I to the case of multiple linear regression.

Topics
> Classical linear model assumptions
> Parameter estimation in multiple linear regression
> Model diagnostics
> Inference in multiple linear regression
> Model specification techniques
> Model selection techniques Introduction to the software package R
Teaching Method
The e-learning platform Moodle will be used throughout the course for the dissemination of course material and discussions. Students are usually asked in advance to read corresponding parts of the lecture notes or of the textbook in order to prepare for the upcoming lectures. In the interactive lectures, statistical concepts will be introduced and motivated by discussing examples in detail. Assignments are offered to train these skills. During office hours, individual problems may be discussed with the lecturer. In order to analyse realistic data, the software package R will be used.
Learning Results
Students explain the classical linear model assumptions, run multiple linear regressions, check the diagnostics plots and interpret the results correctly. Students apply inference procedures in multiple linear regression models and compare the advantages and disadvantages of different inference procedures. Students apply specification techniques to improve the quality of models and interpret such models correctly. Students apply selection techniques to choose appropriate models.
Assessment Methods
Written exam (60 min)
Module number:
4908137
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
3
Courses:
28 L / 21 h
Self-study:
69 h
Language:
English
Scheduled Semester:
2

Master's thesis

Master's thesis

Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Banking and Financial Management
Project Description
  • Identification of a research problem and development of a research question
  • Thematically formulating a problem and developing a solution through application of scientific methods
  • Independence in handling a research problem determined in the course of an assessment. Discussion with the advisor about methodological and content issues in solving a research topic.
  • Completion of a comprehensive assignment where the students deal with a theoretical or practice-oriented problem in their area of specialisation by drawing on scientific work methods.
  • Mid-term report about the current stage of the progress during the Colloquium.
  • Completion of presentation documentation on a research problem within their specialised area.
  • Defense of the elaborated research topic and in-depth discussion with the examination board.
Learning Results
After completion of the module, the students have acquired a detailed knowledge and a critical understanding of their research topic. They have at their disposal specialised knowledge of methods and procedures for processing data and explaining it in a structured manner. Furthermore, they exhibit originality and creativity in the application of their knowledge.

The students complete research and development projects, applying specialised research methods, survey and development techniques by drawing on their previously acquired skills. Additionally, they present the significant findings of their project to academic and real economy specialists, thereby utilising various communication methods in order to illustrate complex data on a scientific level.

Upon positive evaluation of the thesis module the Master's degree is awarded to the candidate.
Course Materials
Expose and thesis template are available here: Regulations and Guidelines
Assessment Methods
  • Colloquium presentation (attendance at Colloquium day obligatory)
  • Evaluation of the written thesis paper
  • Presentation and defense in front of the examination board
Examination
Web-based online evaluation upon completion of module
Grade
IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
Colloquium: .....tbc 2017
Submission Master Thesis: 30.11.2017 - 4PM latest
Presentation and Defence: Thursday , 25.01.2018
Graduation Cermony: April 2018

The submission of master's thesis must include: (1) one CD ROM containing thesis' digital copy (at the central service desk) and (4) four hard copies of your master thesis.
Module number:
4904198
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
30
Courses:
39 L / 30 h
Self-study:
871 h
Language:
English
Scheduled Semester:
4

Extracurriculare activities

Extracurriculare activities

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Finance
Project Description
Extracurriculare Activities comprise of various activities that are not linked to the Curriculum of the MSc in Banking and Financial Management, which are optional and further support the studying of the Master programme.
Module number:
4904849
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
0
Courses:
0 h
Self-study:
0 h
Language:
English/German
Scheduled Semester:
1

Professional Experience

Professional Experience

Study Programmes
Bachelor's degree programme in Architecture
Bachelor's degree programme in Architecture
Project Description
Das Bachelor-Studium zeichnet sich durch eine enge Verbindung von Lehre und Praxis aus. Die Studierenden erhalten durch ihr berufliches Training während des Studiums einen vertieften Einblick in die drei massgeblichen Bereiche der beruflichen Tätigkeit von Projektvorbereitung, Planungsphase und Ausführungsphase. Sie verbinden damit ihre theoretischen Studien an der Universität - dem Stand ihrer Ausbildung entsprechend - mit der praktischen Tätigkeit in einem Architekturbüro.
Teaching Method
Angeleitetes Praktikum mit mündlichem Betreuungsgespräch, Modell, Skizze, CAD-Zeichnung, Plan, Recherche, Reflexion, Diskurs, Visualisierung, Projektarbeit
Learning Results
Fachkompetenz
  • verstehen die gestellten fachspezifischen Aufgaben und Fragestellungen
  • haben grundlegende Kenntnisse der praktischen Umsetzung von architektonischen Entwürfen
  • verstehen die komplexe Umsetzung vom Entwurf zum Bauwerk
  • übersetzen theoretisches Wissen in die Praxis
  • führen die gestellten Aufgaben unter Anleitung aus und demonstrieren in der Umsetzung persönliche Effektivität
  • übertragen in einem Architekturbüro Erlerntes auch auf andere Projekte
  • unterscheiden zwischen den verschieden Projektphasen und erkennen dabei die Beziehung der Phasen zueinander
  • evaluieren unterschiedliche Methoden für die gestellten Aufgaben und überprüfen die Ergebnisse
  • entwerfen und konstruieren Lösungen zu den gestellten Aufgaben
  • können Ideen, Informationen und Argumente im architektonischen Diskurs verstehen, werten und in der Praxis umsetzen

Methodenkompetenz
  • erinnern sich an die grundlegenden Computer- und Modellbaukenntnisse
  • stellen die gestellte Aufgabe in Form von Skizzen, CAD-Zeichnungen und Modellen dar
  • benutzen diverse Computerprogramme und bauen Modelle zur gestellten Aufgabe
  • stellen die gestellte Arbeit visuell dar und kommunizieren sie in Sprache und Schrift verständlich
  • überprüfen die Darstellungsmethode und stimmen diese auf die jeweilige Aufgabenstellung ab
  • produzieren die Lösung der gestellten Aufgabe in Form von Modellen, Plänen und Skizzen

Sozialkompetenz
  • lernen das Arbeiten im Team

Selbstkompetenz
  • lernen sich selbst einzuschätzen
Requirements (formal)
Positiv bestandene Studieneingangsphase
Assessment Methods
Im Bachelor-Studium sind insgesamt 360 Stunden (12 ECTS) Berufspraxis erforderlich. Die gesamten Berufspraxisstunden setzen sich aus den drei Teilbereichen Projektvorbereitung, Planungsphase, Ausführungs- und Detailplanung zusammen und sind wie folgend zu absolvieren:
  • 120 Stunden Projektvorbereitung
  • 120 Stunden Planungsphase
  • 120 Stunden Ausführungs- und Detailplanung:

Um den gewünschten Lernprozess nachweisen zu können wird pro Teilbereich ein Praktikum mit einer min. Dauer von 5 Wochen empfohlen zu absolvieren

Schriftliches Praktikumstagebuch
Schriftliches Praktikumsportfolio
AO Pläne
Präsentation Praktikum mit Kritik
Module number:
4907845
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
12
Courses:
14 L / 11 h
Self-study:
350 h
Language:
German
Scheduled Semester:
1-6

C15 Wealth Structures and Taxation of Wealth Structures and Financial Instruments

C15 Wealth Structures and Taxation of Wealth Structures and Financial Instruments

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Finance
Project Description
Liechtenstein Foundation Law:
  • general information and basic principles
  • liability
  • formation
  • entrepreneurial responsibility
  • asset protection
  • philanthropy

Liechtenstein Trust Law:
  • historical background and basic principles
  • Hague Convention
  • formation
  • dualism of ownership
  • business enterprises
  • asset protection
  • philanthropy
  • International and Intertemporal Tax Management for Natural Persons: Goals and Instruments
  • National, International and European Taxation of Asset Structures: Development, Investment and Succession of Assets.
  • National, International and European Taxation of Financial Instruments: Development, Investment and Succession of Assets.
Teaching Method
Interactive lecture.
Learning Results
After successful completion of this module, students

  • have at their disposal comprehensive knowledge regarding Liechtenstein Foundation and Trust Law
  • are familiar with how Liechtenstein foundations and trusts may be used for the purposes of wealth structuring
  • are familiar with the characteristics of the various legal entities and financial instruments as well as the national and international links to taxation of asset investments and structures;
  • understand the goals connected with international and intertemporal tax management for cross-border asset investments and structures for natural persons as well as the particular instruments employed for achieving goals within the framework of tax management;
  • have at their disposal comprehensive knowledge of national, international and European taxation regarding the development, investment and succession of assets and also with regard to asset investments and structures, including the Savings Tax Directive and the EU Savings Tax Agreement.
Module number:
4908099
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
3
Courses:
28 L / 21 h
Self-study:
69 h
Language:
English
Scheduled Semester:
2

C15 Seminar in Finance

C15 Seminar in Finance

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Finance
Project Description
  • Risk modelling
  • Strategical and tactical asset allocation
  • International diversification
  • Forecasting moments of asset returns
  • Foreign exchange rate risks and management
  • Portfolio management
  • Performance analysis
  • Behavioural finance
  • Dividend policy
  • Company valuation
  • Legal and tax issues in financial decisions
Teaching Method
Seminar
Learning Objectives
This seminar has the purpose to familiarise students with the different approaches to conduct research.
Students are required to review the existing literature, formulate a precise research question within the proposed field, select and apply the appropriate methodology and finally interpret their results. Purely descriptive results are not enough, but a structured interpretation and argumentation is expected.
The final paper has to reflect the structured approach of the research conducted.
Learning Results
  • Students have at their command detailed knowledge of finance and have a critical understanding of the procedures and methods in the subject area
  • Compiling and utilising available sources in order to acquire an overview of previously unfamiliar sub-areas
  • Preparing research papers on assigned topics or shorter empirical or analytical research projects by applying exacting technical procedures and methods
Course Materials
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Assessment Methods
  • Research Exposé (30%)
  • Final individual assignment (70%)
Module number:
4908105
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
6
Courses:
13 L / 10 h
Self-study:
170 h
Language:
English
Scheduled Semester:
2

C15 Risk Management and Financial Derivatives

C15 Risk Management and Financial Derivatives

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Finance
Project Description
Financial Risk Management:
  • Identifying, Measuring, and Management of Financial Risks
  • Risk Categories and Associated Models: Market, Credit, Operational and Liqudity Risks
  • Rating Agencies and Credit Ratings
  • Derivatives Markets and Instruments: Forwards, Futures, Options, Swaps, Exotics, Credit Derivatives
  • Pricing of Equity, Fixed Income, Currency, Commodity, and Credit Derivatives
  • Hedging Using Derivatives
  • Financial Engineering
Teaching Method
Interactive lectures with exercises
Learning Objectives
After completion of the module, students realize both the importance and the potential of financial risk management. They relate financial risk management to other areas of finance and within financial institutions. In particular, they know about the risks associated with financial derivatives as well as their potential for applications in risk management and financial engineering.
Learning Results
  • Understand fundamentals in risk management
  • Identify, measure and manage financial risks
  • Select and apply appropriate risk management techniques
  • Know how derivatives and derivatives markets work
  • Price financial derivatives
  • Use Greek variables in risk management and financial engineering
  • Devise and/or analyze derivatives strategies for speculation, hedging and arbitrage
  • Combine basic instruments to achieve desired payoff structures/decompose payoff
structures into their basic components
Course Materials
Slides will be available via moodle.
Assessment Methods
See lectures within the module.
Module number:
4908093
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
9
Courses:
74 L / 56 h
Self-study:
215 h
Language:
English
Scheduled Semester:
2

JAZZ-WEEK

JAZZ-WEEK

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Architecture
Bachelor's degree programme in Architecture
Bachelor's degree programme in Architecture
Master's degree programme in Architecture
Module number:
4810162
Semester:
WS 19/20
ECTS Credits:
0
Courses:
0 h
Self-study:
0 h
Language:
German/English

C15 Research Greenhouse

C15 Research Greenhouse

Module Coordinator/Lecturers
Study Programmes
Master's degree programme in Finance
Project Description
All aspects that have to be considered for writing a successful exposé and master thesis, like e.g. the fulfillment of formal requirements, the development of a research project and the correct choice of methodology for answering the research question.
Teaching Method
Student Presentations and discussion
Self-study through reading announced literature at home.
Learning Objectives
After the completion of this module, the students have successfully handed in their Exposé for the master thesis and know how to conduct a research project. They have learned how to develop a research question, choose and discuss the methodology for answering it. They know how good research papers and theses look like and are able to transfer this knowledge into their own project.
Learning Results
> Formulate a research idea and develop a research question
> Narrow the research idea to a realizable size
> Choose and justify a research methodology
> Conduct a sound literature review
> Formulate an exposé in which the research project is described and justified
> Know and apply the scientific standards and writing principles of the University
> Discuss their project and integrate peer and professional feedback
> Give feedback on other research projects
> Organize their project in terms of literature, writing and time plan
Assessment Methods
See lectures within the module.
Module number:
4908116
Semester:
SS 20
ECTS Credits:
3
Courses:
16 L / 12 h
Self-study:
78 h
Language:
English
Scheduled Semester:
3
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