I. SUBJECT DESCRIPTION
II. SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS
III. COURSE CURRICULUM
SUBJECT DATA
OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
TESTING AND ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING PERFORMANCE
THEMATIC UNITS AND FURTHER DETAILS
Subject name
Project work
ID (subject code)
BMEGT35M125
Type of subject
study unit without contact hours
Course types and lessons
Type
Lessons
Lecture
0
Practice
5
Laboratory
0
Type of assessment
mid-term grade
Number of credits
6
Subject Coordinator
Name
Dr. Bethlendi András
Position
associate professor
Contact details
bethlendi.andras@gtk.bme.hu
Educational organisational unit for the subject
Department of Finance
Subject website
Language of the subject
angol - ENG
Curricular role of the subject, recommended number of terms

Programme: Master of Science Program in Finance

Subject Role: Compulsory

Recommended semester: 3

Direct prerequisites
Strong
nincs - none
Weak
nincs - none
Parallel
nincs - none
Exclusion
nincs - none
Validity of the Subject Description
Approved by the Faculty Board of Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences, Decree No: 580515/8/2024 registration number. Valid from: 26.06.2024.

Objectives

Project work is a complex task that requires almost equal amounts of theoretical and practical knowledge. The independent research work, supported by consultations, involves the use of the knowledge and skills acquired, the deepening and application of knowledge of research methods, the presentation of the theoretical and practical background of the topic, the preparation of an independent thesis and its oral presentation, and the preparation of the thesis. It must be made clear what the student's own work and results are in completing the task.

Academic results

Knowledge
  1. Possess knowledge of the basic, broad concepts, theories, facts, national and international contexts of business, relevant economic actors, functions and processes.
  2. Possess basic information gathering, mathematical and statistical analysis methods.
  3. Are familiar with the rules and ethical standards of the financial systems.
  4. Have a command of the basic professional vocabulary of economics.
Skills
  1. Apply the theories and methods they have learned to discover facts and basic relationships, to organise and analyse, to draw independent conclusions, to make critical observations, to make pre-decision proposals, to take decisions in routine and sometimes unfamiliar - national and international - contexts.
  2. Can apply economic problem-solving techniques and problem-solving methods, taking into account the conditions and limitations of their application.
  3. Present professional proposals and positions, professionally formulated in conceptual and theoretical terms, orally and in writing, in Hungarian and in foreign languages, in accordance with the rules of professional communication.
Attitude
  1. Are problem-sensitive, proactive, constructive, cooperative and proactive in projects and group work, in order to achieve quality.
  2. Are receptive to new information, new professional skills and methodologies, open to new tasks and responsibilities requiring autonomy and cooperation. Seeks to develop his/her knowledge and working relationships, in cooperation with colleagues.
  3. Are receptive to the views of others and to sectoral, regional, national and European values (including social, societal and environmental sustainability).
Independence and responsibility
  1. Take responsibility for their analyses, conclusions and decisions.
  2. Take responsibility for adhering to professional, legal and ethical standards and rules relating to their work and conduct.
  3. Carry out their tasks independently and responsibly as members of projects, teams and departments.

Teaching methodology

The coursework consists of assignments, acceptance of assignments, consultations, an essay and an oral presentation.

Materials supporting learning

  • A kutatómunkához szükséges szakirodalmi és további ismeretszerzési lehetőségek kijelölése és összegyűjtése a konzultációk és önálló munka keretében történik. Egyéb, az oktató által kiadott oktatási segédletek a tárgy Moodle oldalán. (https://edu.gtk.bme.hu)
  • The selection and collection of literature and additional knowledge acquisition opportunities necessary for the research work occur in consultations and independent work. Other teaching aids issued by the instructor are available on the subject's Moodle page. (https://edu.gtk.bme.hu)

General Rules

The evaluation of the learning outcomes stated in 2.2. takes place through consultations, a writing assignment, and an oral presentation.

Performance assessment methods

The student receives continuous feedback from the supervisor about the presented work and its partial results during the consultations and presentations. If the student participated in the required number of consultations and duly documented them, as well as fulfilled the oral reporting obligation, the result of the semester's work is decided by the supervisor, as detailed in the next point.

Percentage of performance assessments, conducted during the study period, within the rating

  • Participation in consultations and preparation for them: 15
  • Performance and preparation for an oral presentation: 5
  • Compliance of the submitted thesis with the issued regulations: 10
  • Professional content and quality of submitted thesis: 70

Percentage of exam elements within the rating

Conditions for obtaining a signature, validity of the signature

According to TVSZ.

Issuing grades

%
Excellent 90-100
Very good 87-89
Good 75-86
Satisfactory 62-74
Pass 50-61
Fail 0-49

Retake and late completion

According to TVSZ.

Coursework required for the completion of the subject

Nature of work Number of sessions per term
Consultation 10
Individual research 90
Participation in the presentation, preparation 10
Writing the assignment 70
Total 180

Approval and validity of subject requirements

Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 03.06.2024.

Topics covered during the term

It is determined with the supervisor assigned to the chosen topic.

Lecture topics

Additional lecturers

Name Position Contact details
Szallerné Sereg Nikolett egyetemi tanársegéd, témacsoport adminisztrátor sereg.nikolett@gtk.bme.hu

Approval and validity of subject requirements