Presents the processes for analyzing a firm’s financial condition, developing alternatives, and making business finance decisions. Exercises the analysis of current financial and operational data, and the projection of these data forward to support decision making under varying assumptions. Reviews means of managing working capital including sources of short-term financing of operations. Examines methods used to raise external capital including initial public offerings, seasoned equity offerings, public and private debt, private equity, and venture capital. Analyzes causes of financial distress and a firm’s response to these situations. Reviews the financial aspects of strategic planning, risk management, performance evaluation, international business transactions, and assessing investment opportunities. Applies processes for asset valuation, project assessment, and capital budgeting.

4.5 Credit Hours