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Description of course:
This course introduces the student to the
principles of financial theory and the world of finance. The course covers
several concepts and surveys the roles of relevant institutions. In the
conceptual part, students will learn about financial instruments and
techniques used in financial decision making (time value of money, cost of
capital, capital structure, etc.). In the survey of relevant
institutions’ roles, the students will form a basis for understanding causes
and effects in the changing environment. The interrelationships between
decisions of business, financial institutions and individuals will become evident,
enabling the student to better understand current events in finance.
- Date, time and location of class:
WINTER-2010: Wednesdays, January 6 through March 10, 2010
- Room: 230 at O’Hare Campus
- Competencies offered:
- F-X: Understands the use of basic financial
theory and terms in business settings.
- H-2-X: Can employ techniques of forecasting to
project trends and anticipate future financial outcomes.
- H-1-C: Can compare two or more
societies with respect to their economic structures.
- Required Text:
Brigham, Eugene F.; Houston, Joel F.; Fundamentals of Financial Management
(Concise Sixth Edition); The Dryden Press, Hartcourt
Brace College Publishers, 2009.
- Recommended reading: The Economist,
Reuters.com, NYT (Business)
- Contact Your
Professor: ramiro@atristain.com
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