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<p>This unit enables students to develop an understanding of the theory of finance to permit evaluation of the firm's financial decisions. The unit considers the finance function as it relates to corporate objectives and the maximization of shareholder wealth. Particularly the unit aims to identify and analyse the financial decisions made by financial managers and develop skills in the use of techniques which assist in the decision making process. It also considers financial statement analysis and the forecasting of financial needs; capital markets, financial institutions and instruments; security valuation; capital budgeting and risk analysis; the cost of capital; financial and operating leverage and dividend policy. Each topic is introduced by a critical review of key theoretical concepts that are then applied to practical settings.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
1. The role of finance and financial enviornment<br>
2. Time value of money<br>
3. Sources and types of finance<br>
4. The valuation of marketable instruments<br>
5. Capital budgeting techniques<br>
6. Cost of capital<br>
7. Risk analysis<br>
8. Capital structure decisions <br>
9. Working capital management<br>
10. Dividend policy<br>
11. Portfolio theory and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)<br>
12. Security market line</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit enables students to develop an understanding of the theory of finance to permit evaluation of the firm's financial decisions. The unit considers the finance function as it relates to corporate objectives and the maximization of shareholder wealth. Particularly the unit aims to identify and analyse the financial decisions made by financial managers and develop skills in the use of techniques which assist in the decision making process. It also considers financial statement analysis and the forecasting of financial needs; capital markets, financial institutions and instruments; security valuation; capital budgeting and risk analysis; the cost of capital; financial and operating leverage and dividend policy. Each topic is introduced by a critical review of key theoretical concepts that are then applied to practical settings.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br> 1. The role of finance and financial enviornment<br> 2. Time value of money<br> 3. Sources and types of finance<br> 4. The valuation of marketable instruments<br> 5. Capital budgeting techniques<br> 6. Cost of capital<br> 7. Risk analysis<br> 8. Capital structure decisions <br> 9. Working capital management<br> 10. Dividend policy<br> 11. Portfolio theory and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)<br> 12. Security market line</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Business
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/buacc3008">080101 - Accounting</a>
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning (Online)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p> must have completed <a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=BUACC1000" target="_blank">BUACC1000</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p> must not have completed <a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=BUACC3701" target="_blank">BUACC3701</a></p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Describe the finance and treasury function in an organisation and identify the financial characteristics that underpin various financial policies</p>
K2
<p>Apply financial mathematics to analyse and evaluate the investment, financing and dividend decisions made by firms.</p>
K3
<p>Examine the features of specific forms of domestic and international business finance and identify the circumstances when each is appropriate.</p>
K4
<p>Assess the key factors affecting financial performance and the main principles of risk minimisation strategies.</p>
K5
<p>Judge the recent developments in the field of finance.</p>
K6
<p>Appraise the importance of socially responsible information being incorporated with finance decisions.</p>
S1
<p>Apply theoretical and practical knowledge of the finance function to evaluate the effects of alternative financial policies.</p>
S2
<p>Determine the appropriate mix of finance for various stages of development and select appropriate risk minimisation strategies which are consistent with management policies and preferences.</p>
S3
<p>Calculate alternative growth scenarios and formulate the relationship between risk and return.</p>
S4
<p>Apply the theory of capital markets.</p>
A1
<p>Apply appropriate finance knowledge and skills in diverse business environments.</p>
A2
<p>Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to aid in the financial decision-making process.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Review of selected topics, based on class activities, reading, and preparation of responses to set questions.</p>
<p>Test</p>
<p>10%-20%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K6, S1, A1, A2
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<p>Group case study and/or task</p>
<p>Assignment</p>
<p>30%-40%</p>
K2, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, A1, A2
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<p>Comprehensive review of all topics, based on class activities, reading, and preparation of responses to set questions.</p>
<p>Invigilated Final Summative Assessment</p>
<p>40%-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K6, S1, S3, A1, A2
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 3 - Student works independently with limited guidance or works within self-determined guidelines appropriate to context</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Business
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/buacc3008">080101 - Accounting</a>
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (On Campus)</p><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p><p>Gippsland - Churchill (On Campus)</p><p>On-line Learning (Online)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Disclaimer
<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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