International Financial Management focuses on corporate decision-making in an international context. The course interrogates conceptual frameworks and models applicable to key financial decisions of multinational or transnationals firms. Students will develop capacities required to make professional, evidence based decisions drawing on theoretical knowledge and professional analytical techniques to resolve complex unpredictable problems related to international financial management.
Building on principles of corporate finance, students will also conduct strategic analysis and provision of a foreign exchange managerial advice for companies.
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Critically reflect how foreign exchange markets operate in our contemporary, dynamic environment; | ||
| 2. | Challenge the management of different types of foreign exchange exposure and justify position; | ||
| 3. | Argue creative solutions to various risks faced by multinational and transnational firms and make appropriate ethical, sustainable recommendations; | ||
| 4. | Contextualise the output of economic policy advice in multinational investment decisions in volatile markets, advocating consideration for global communities; and | ||
| 5. | Critically review the current strategic issues related to foreign investment decisions for companies and collaboratively recommend evidence-based strategies for future financial management. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Mid semester test | 20% |
| Assignment | Group Assignment including report and presentation | 20% |
| Examination | Final examination | 60% |
Required reading
International financial management, 13th edition,
Madura, Jeff (2017).
Cengage Learning.
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