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BFW2140 · Corporate finance 1
2027 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 2Department of Banking and Finance
Overview
The aim of the 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 objective of financial management, agency problems and control of the corporation; valuation of equity and debt instruments; cost of capital; issues in capital structure and dividend policy; investment evaluation methods; Valuation of alternative investment projects, leasing vs borrowing, real options, mergers and acquisitions; working capital management and ratio analysis; sources and types of funding. The unit is designed to ensure that you gain the necessary skill set for making value-changing financial decisions to maximise firm value.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | First semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Malaysia | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 - Written | Written | 45% | — |
| 2 | 2 - Quiz / Test | Quiz / Test | 15% | — |
| 3 | 3 - Examination | Examination | 40% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
Learning outcomes
- appraise bonds and stocks utilising the time value of money concept and compute cost of capital
- evaluate alternative investment projects, leasing vs borrowing, real options and working capital management, and apply key ratio analysis
- apply theories related to capital structure and dividend policy in different tax environments
- appraise corporate restructuring, mergers and Acquisitions decisions and examine various types of long-term financing
Workload
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.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Tutorials | 24 hours |
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