BFI2140 · Business finance

The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the theory and application of why and how value enhancing corporate financial decisions are made and implemented. With the emphasis on publicly listed companies, topics covered include: the corporate objective of management; investment evaluation models; valuation of equity and debt instruments; sources and types of funding; issues in risk and return; portfolio theory; asset pricing models; issues in capital structure and dividend policy; and the efficiency of capital markets. The unit is designed to ensure you gain the necessary skill set for making value-changing financial decisions to maximise firm value.

The Handbook publishes no offerings for this unit.

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

1. 1 - Exercise

   Exercise

   35%

2. 2 - Demonstration

   Demonstration

   15%

3. 3 - Examination

   Examination

   50%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

1. apply different valuation techniques based on time value of money on equity and debt instruments
2. evaluate investment decisions for domestic and international projects using tools based on the time value of money
3. explain portfolio theory and show how the theory can be extended to price risky assets
4. develop the skills to estimate the appropriate cost of capital for investment appraisal purposes
5. evaluate firm capital structure and payout policy.

Active learning - This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities. Problem-based learning - This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

Listed as the Handbook publishes them. Your unit's Moodle page has the current reading list.

Credit points

6

Level

Level 2

Faculty

Faculty of Business and Economics

School

Faculty of Business and Economics

Student contribution band

Band 4

Study abroad

Available

Handbook version

2027.01

These are students' own experiences, not official rules. Go by the Handbook.