Studies evaluating the usefulness of financial data will also be reviewed. The course provides an overview of world trade, international monetary and trade theory, and the theory of exchange rate determination. A grade of C or better in FIN 300. Topics include capital budgeting, financing decisions, cost of capital, leasing, dividend policy, and mergers and acquisitions. A grade of C or better in FIN 300.
Primary emphasis is placed on the study of short-term financial management policies.
Course topics include cash management, marketable security investment, credit and inventory policies, as well as alternative sources of short-term funding. Some casework is involved. A grade of C or better in FIN 300. Primary emphasis will be on the uses and applications of options and financial futures. The course surveys the sources and uses of real estate funds.