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EF5043 - Finance for the Global Manager

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Economics and Finance
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Course Offering Term*:
Semester B 2024/25

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

This course equips global managers with the skills to manage their firm's resources effectively to maximize value creation. The course covers essential methods and tools to evaluate whether current investments are generating value and identifies remedial actions to improve operations if needed. Students will learn to assess the value impact of various business decisions, including purchasing equipment, launching new products, acquiring firms, and restructuring operations. The curriculum encompasses core financial decision-making skills, an understanding of financial market operations, and pricing of different financial instruments. Additionally, the course addresses the influence of exchange rates on international investment decisions and provides strategies for hedging risks in global markets. This comprehensive approach ensures that students are well-prepared to enhance firm value in a dynamic global business environment.


Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)

Continuous Assessment: 50%
Examination: 50%
Examination Duration: 2 hours
 
Detailed Course Information

EF5043.pdf