FINA - Finance
This course introduces students to fundamental financial analysis techniques used in security valuation and capital budgeting. It also covers capital structure and issues related to dividend policy. Equivalent: Three semester hours of Business Finance.
3
Students apply corporate finance theory from a management perspective. Analysis of financial statements, mergers and acquisitions, and leasing are emphasized.
3
Prerequisites
ACCT 50100, INSY 5040,0 and FINA 51200, or BSAD 52000 (and FINA 67000 for MSN/MBA students)
An overview of risk and return for various financial instruments is presented, consistent with the learning objectives for Level I of the CFA Exam. Topics also covered include the mechanics of security trading, market efficiency, and fundamental analysis of equities.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200 and proficiency in Excel
The use of futures, options, and swaps in hedging and speculation is covered. Pricing theory, applications, and operational issues will be introduced.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200 and proficiency in Excel
Case studies are utilized to study the integrative nature of financial decision making. The course emphasizes managerial applications of financial theory relating to working capital policy, capital budgeting, and corporate control.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200 or all MSF core courses (for MSF students only)
This course investigates many of the issues facing the international business firm. Topics covered include exchange rate determination, risk management and the interaction of foreign exchange and capital markets.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200
An in-depth mathematical treatment of the futures and options pricing models introduced in Derivatives 1 is provided. Exotic options and swaps are discussed with a focus on the types traded, their valuation, and their uses for investment and risk management.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200 and FINA 58400 and proficiency in Excel
Quantitative and qualitative techniques for evaluating portfolios are presented consistent with the learning objectives for Level I of the CFA Exam. Traditional mean-variance analysis and more recent developments in portfolio theory are introduced. Measures of portfolio performance are covered.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57900, FINA 57200, and proficiency in Excel
Evaluation of fixed income investments and interest rate fundamentals. Topics will replicate those for the CFA® Level I program and typically include evaluating risk, spot and forward interest rate, and bond interest rate sensitivity as measured by duration and convexity.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200
This course primarily covers the use of financial statements in analyzing a firm and its securities. Topics will replicate those for the CFA® Level I program and typically include cash flow analysis, earnings computations, and liability classifications including off-balance-sheet debt.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 57200 and ACCT 55000
Probability and statistical techniques as applies to financial markets. Topics will replicate those for CFA® Level I program and typically include correlation and regression in the prediction and evaluation of investment performance.
3
Prerequisites
FINA 51200 or BSAD 52000
This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the economic complexities and financial management in hospitals and healthcare fields. Current economic and financial issues for healthcare providers are also discussed.
3
Prerequisites
ECON 50200, FINA 51200 and ACCT 65000, or BSAD 52000. Note: MSN/MBA students will have different prerequisites for ACCT 65000, MKTG 66000 and FINA 67000.