500
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