FINC 438
Financial Decision Making

1. Catalog Entry

FINC 438. Financial Decision Making
Three hours lecture.

Prerequisites: FINC 332

The capstone study of the application of financial policy. Emphasis on problem solving through the use of cases. Course integrates all financial areas.

2. Detailed Description of Content of Course

1. This course is presented with the following topical headings:

a. Financial Analysis, Planning, and Control
b. Asset Management
c. Financial Instruments and Markets
d. Financial structure, Dividend Policy, and the Cost of Capital
e. Investment Decisions, Mergers, and Acquisitions

3. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

This course will be a combination of lecture, case presentations, and discussion. The solution to cases will require the application of various theories and concepts covered in prerequisite classes and during review lectures in this class.

4. Goals and Objectives of the Course

Having successfully completed the course, students will be able to:

• Apply finance theory to analysis of new problems
• Apply quantitative techniques to analysis of new problems
• Discuss the formulation and implementation of financial policies
• Provide justification for policies adopted
• Organize and present findings in written form
• Verbally discuss analysis and present findings to a group

5. Assessment Measures

Graded assignments may include in-class examinations, a final examination, pop quizzes, written and oral presentation of cases, and class preparation and participation.

6. Other Course Information
7. Review and Approval

DATE ACTION APPROVED BY
September 2001 Reviewed Dr. Dan Davidson, Chair