CORPORATE FINANCE (4 SCU)

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to: describe different methods of project analysis; explain the use of the weighted average cost of capital; describe capital structure and payout policies; apply these concepts in an international context; and evaluate treasury policies to assist managing the risks arising from these activities.

Topics:

Principles of Finance, Risk Analysis, Payback Period, Net Present Value, Weighted Average Cost of Capital, Capital Budgeting, Country Risk, Foreign Exchange risk, Identifying and Managing Risks.

Pre-requisite(s): Economic Mathematics; Principles of Accounting