What is Financial Management? It refers to the efficient and effective management of money or funds in such a manner as to accomplish the objectives of the organization. This class will explain analysis of financial theories and practices as they relate to financial decision-making within the firm. Students will learn techniques for addressing the following issues (not limited to):
1. Analyzing and forecasting the performance of a company.
2. Determining the working capital needs of a company.
3. Calculating the time value of money.
4. Discounting cash flow and stock and bond valuation.
5. Examining cost of capital for a company.
6. Analyzing the capital structure of a firm.
7. Capital budgeting analysis.