Abstract

The principal focus of this subject is the financing and risk management aspects of corporate finance, and security and portfolio analysis. The subject, incorporating current theories in finance, applies basic corporate valuation techniques to various investment types.

Syllabus

risk and returnportfolio selection modelsasset pricing modelscapital asset pricing modelindex modelsmarket efficiencybond prices and yieldsterm structure of interest ratesbond portfoliosmacroeconomic and industry analysisequity valuation models.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to solve financial problems under conditions of uncertainty;
2.
be able to critically discuss and evaluate features of securities and security markets;
3.
be able to demonstrate proficiency in financial research and analytical skills; and
4.
be able to communicate effectively about security and portfolio analysis.

Enrolment restrictions

Postgraduate students only

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