Many days you will walk away from class more confused than when you arrived. For those who diligently put in the effort, the dividends from this course may be delayed but will provide significant rewards enduring well beyond the scope of the academic quarter. The case method provides a realistic context for the application of tools you have learned in other finance classes. In business, first-rate analysis is unfortunately often overlooked because of poor communication. To provide opportunities to hone your communication skills, this course emphasizes both oral and written analysis of case topics.
Credit is given to high quality, professional communication.
The A-part of the 135 course is designed to provide intensive exercise in valuation methods. The B-part of the 135 course is designed to explore problems of corporate financial policy. The two parts are relatively modular. Participation in the A-part is not a prerequisite for participation in the B part of BSAD 135. The following sites provide links to other interesting sites.