Core
4
6 ECTS
Spring
None
EC120
Amer Demirovic
2017
Time value of money
Capital budgeting and valuation
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement
Mechanics of accounting
Financial management and financial ratios
Corporate funding: stocks and bonds
Uncertainty and risk
Risk – return relationship
Introduction to financial markets
| Type | Number per Term | Duration | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Lectures |
15 | 1.5 | 22.5 |
|
Workshops |
5 | 1.5 | 7.5 |
|
Seminars |
5 | 1.5 | 7.5 |
| Tutorials | 5 | 1.5 | 7.5 |
| Total Guided/Independent Learning Hours | 45.0 | ||
| Total Contact Hours | 105.0 | ||
| Total Engagement Hours | 150.0 | ||
| Type | Number Required | Duration / Length | Weighting | Timing / Submission Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Exam |
1 |
3 hours |
50% |
Week 17-18 |
|
Mid-semester test |
1 |
2 hours |
20% |
Week 8 |
|
Group poster |
1 |
n/a |
15% |
Week 15 |
|
Subject Test |
1 |
1 hour |
15% |
Weeks 12 |
Intended Learning Outcomes:
Comprehend the key terminology from the field of Finance.
Knowledge of the time value of money concept and its role in the valuation of financial assets.
Describe the net present value and other basic capital budgeting techniques
Interpret basic accounting principles and financial statements
Understand the concept of financial risk and how to quantify it
Recognise the relationship between risk and return
Knowledge of major sources of corporate financing
Understand the core principles and mechanics of financial markets and financial instruments
Undertake research in the field of finance using already defined methods and communicate results in appropriate format.
Teaching and Learning Strategy:
A variety of approaches to managing the learning process is introduced in order to be able to meet the ILOs. Teaching will be predominantly lectures, with ample time for discussion. Lectures will be based on the key text book. In addition to that, supplementary resources will be used. (ILO: 1-9)
Learning is organised and supported to encourage active learning, for example by in-class exercises and supervisor supported study. When it comes to in-class exercises, the problems will be firstly solved by professor, and after that students will be given opportunity to solve problems. (ILO: 1-9)
Students will be encouraged to attend financial conferences and seminars available at the time. This will be opportunity to be up to date with news and events from the financial sector. (ILO: 1-3)
Assessment Strategy:
Written exams (ILO: 1-9)
Test (ILO: 1,4-7)
Group Poster (ILO: 6-8)
Practical Skills:
Teaching and Learning Strategy:
Group project and presentations(PS: 1-2)
Assessment Strategy:
Tests (PS: 1-3)
Group poster (PS: 1-3)
Transferable Skills:
Research Skills
Numerical Skills
Communication Skills
Data analyses Skills
Meet deadlines
Good time management
Organize/manage projects
Ability to work in the team
Teaching and Learning Strategy:
Lectures (TS: 1-4)
In-class exercises (TS: 2-3)
Supervisor supported study (TS: 1,5,6,7)
Assessment Strategy:
Exams and tests (TS: 2)
Group poster (TS: 1, 5-8)
Set text
Keown A., Martin J. D. & Petty, W. (2016) Foundations of Finance, 9th Edition, Pearson.
Supplementary Materials
Arnold, G., (2014), The Financial Times Guide to Financial Markets, Trans-Atlantic Publications
Brooks, R. M. (2016), Financial Management: Core Concepts, 3rd Edition, Pearson
Mishkin, F., et al., (2015), Financial Markets and Institutions, 8th Edition, Pearson
Tennent, J., (2013), The Economist Guide to Financial Management, 2 Edition, Economist Books
Please note
This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the module and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module and programme can be found in the departmental or programme handbook.
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Date of Production : April 2017
Date approved by School Learning and Teaching Committee:
Date approved by School Board of Study :
Date approved by University Learning and Teaching Committee:
Date of Annual Review:
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