A comprehensive exploration of theoretical and empirical financial literature and the application to corporate financial policies and strategies. Topics covered include capital and ownership structures, contracting, mergers and acquisitions, financial distress situations and risk management.

Prerequisites

FINC 3330

Every Fall

Previously: BSAD 431

The study of investment risks and rewards based on the analysis of stocks, bonds, and other investment opportunities, including hedging and derivative investments. This course includes an introduction to modern professional investment analysis and portfolio theories.

Prerequisites

FINC 3330

Every Spring

Previously: BSAD 435

Advanced Financial Analysis is a course designed to allow students to develop an ability to recognize financial problems, collect and analyze financial data, formulate alternative solutions, and render financial decisions. Case materials are used in studying financial problems. Case presentations are required. Topics include: financial statement analysis, assessing financial health of the firm, planning future financial performance, evaluating investment opportunities, financial operations, business valuation, and corporate restructuring.

Prerequisites

FINC 3330, FINC 4330

Occasionally

 

Explore foundations of international financial decisions and their applications to financial practices. Topics include: International macroeconomic concepts, foreign investment projects, and managing exposure to exchange rate, taxation, inflationary, economic, and political risk.

Prerequisites

FINC 3330

Every Fall

Previously: BSAD 433