ACCT 5480

Students will obtain an understanding of the basic concepts in corporate finance: the role and function of financial management, financial analysis, determination of cash flows, time value of money, valuation of investments, capital budgeting, cost of capital, sources of capital and capital structure, working capital management and dividend policy. Mergers and acquisitions, derivative instruments and international corporate finance topics are also introduced. This course is designed to meet the entry requirements for the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Professional Education Program (PEP).