Money and Banking

This course focuses on the money market and covers the basic concepts of money supply, monetary policy and the role of financial intermediaries and the central bank. It introduces the students to the structure and operations of the banking sector and explains how to analyze banks' performance and creditworthiness. The course explains the regulatory framework of the banking sector in Egypt and the characteristics of the different types of banks (commercial, investment, specialized). It also sheds light on the rising trend of mergers and acquisitions in the industry.