Outcomes

1. Engage in critical and creative thinking showing a comprehensive and systematic knowledge basis, having a coherent and critical understanding of the principles, theories and research methods of Operations Research and Financial Modelling.
2. Apply appropriate Operations Research and Financial Modelling skills and techniques to complex and real-world problems and operate effectively in complicated but sometimes ill-defined contexts.
3. Plan and conduct research in the field of Financial Modelling, by utilising the relevant theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken.
4. Demonstrate the ability to think contextually, i.e., reflect on learning from individual experience and academic disciplines in relation to scientific, technological and economic realities, locally and globally.
5. Demonstrate efficient and effective information retrieval and processing skills and the ability to effectively present and communicate academic work.
6. Manage learning tasks autonomously, professionally and ethically and display a high level of intellectual independence. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: This qualification promotes, in particular, the following Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking: It is expected from the learner to display the ability to applying comprehensive mathematical principles, methodologies and techniques to do the analytical consultation for all levels of management in organisations, as is customarily expected from an operations researcher in financial modelling. Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or Community: It is expected from the learner to be able and willing to accept work instructions for multidisciplinary projects, to interpret these correctly and to request assistance in an appropriate manner as a member of a team. Organise and manage self and own activities responsibly and effectively: In making the necessary preparations for establishing a proper procedure, the learner must indicate what prerequisites are required and must be able to communicate this in writing. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information: It is expected from the learner to be able to extract information from various sources and through examination of data relevant to modelling processes. Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations: It is expected from the learner to be able to present and communicate information and opinions related to the field of Operations Research and Financial Modelling in well-structured arguments, showing sensitivity for the audience's background and appropriately using academic and professional discourse. Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation: It is expected from the learner to be able to identify varying and diverse contexts in which Financial Modelling can be applied. Show capacity to reflect on own learning: It is expected from the learner to be able to operate in variable and unfamiliar learning contexts, requiring responsibility and initiative### a capacity to self-evaluate, identify and address personal learning requirements and to effectively interact in a learning group.

Assessment Criteria