Corporate Treasury Management

Unit code: BAO7004 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
City Campus
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

In the contemporary and ever-evolving business landscape, proficient treasury management is pivotal for safeguarding the financial well-being and sustainability of organisations. This module is designed to furnish you with an in-depth comprehension of corporate treasury management. The central emphasis of this study unit lies in elucidating the principles and methodologies involved in managing risks within corporate entities. It encompasses essential functions of treasury management, including cash management, as well as the assessment and mitigation of diverse risks such as market risk, liquidity risk, operational risk, interest rate risk, and exchange rate risk. Furthermore, the unit delves into the decision-making processes related to management of investments.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Critically review and interpret the rationale, structure, functions, and associated risk management practices inherent in corporate treasury operations;
  2. Assess the significance of liquidity and working capital management within a corporate context, emphasising its impact on the overall financial health of organisations;
  3. Appraise the use of derivatives for hedging and speculating purposes; and
  4. Implement effective financial risk management strategies across an entire organisation, considering the integration of comprehensive financial risk mitigation measures throughout the firm.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Assignment
|
Grade: 20%
Explore and assess the market for short-term placement of funds
Assessment type: Project
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Grade: 40%
Spreadsheet-based project to manage investment and risk (group)
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 40%
Preparation and presentation of a comprehensive corporate treasury management plan

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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