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FINC2110: Corporate Finance
2027 unit information
This unit extends key concepts in corporate financing, investment, and risk management. It introduces the core theories and practical applications of corporate finance, with a focus on how firms make investment decisions, choose financing structures, and determine payout policies. The unit also examines financial securities and securities markets, with an emphasis on their pricing, investment characteristics, and their role in supporting corporate decision-making and risk management. The securities covered include equities, bonds and other fixed income instruments, as well as derivative securities such as futures and options. Students will be asked to use digital tools to capture and analyse financial data relevant to the finance industry and services. The goal of the unit is to develop a coherent understanding of corporate finance principles and analytical tools, providing a foundation for further study in advanced finance units that specialise in corporate finance, investments, and risk management.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Business (Business School)
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Finance |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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FINC1001 and (BUSS1102 or BUSS1030) |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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FINC2012 |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Explain portfolio diversification and the capital asset pricing model key.
- LO2. Evaluate corporate investment options using various tools.
- LO3. Evaluate the capital structure and payout policy decisions of a firm.
- LO4. Identify strategies a firm can implement to manage risk using various securities.
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 1 2027
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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Semester 2 2027
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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