Herguan University MBA COURSE OUTLINE Course Title: Managerial Finance Credit Hours: 45 Hours Prerequisite: PCB-3 Course

Code: FIN500/PJM500 Credit Units: 3

Course Description This course focuses on the essential concepts in managerial finance, valuation-financial assets, valuation real assets (capital budgeting), cost of capital, leverage and dividend policy, working capital management, strategic planning and financial decisions. Students will understand the concepts and techniques and use problem-solving methodology to illustrate the theories and tools in investing and financing decision making. Course Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: develop strategic planning skills and make financing decisions apply techniques of managerial finance in the real world analyze firms financial position and prepare financial reports do ratio analysis and comparison of ratios identify the factors influencing dividend policy Students Learning Outcome Evaluation Methods Classroom/group discussion and debates Research paper Case Study Analysis Oral presentations Examinations Learning Resources Recommended Textbook Besley S., Brigham E. F. (2007). Essentials of Managerial Finance. (14th Edition) South Western ISBN: 13:978-0-324-65216-1 (Optional) Financial & Managerial Accounting Jan Williams (Author), Sue Haka (Author), Mark Bettner (Author), Joseph Carcello (Author) ISBN-13: 978-0078111044 Library for reference and research work. Power Point Presentations, Internet resources Instructional Modes Lecture, discussion, group work, papers, presentations, exams

Herguan University Instructional Strategies Reading is a critical element of this course. Students will be expected to critically analyze issues or problems presented, applying theory and principles from the readings and from research findings. Class discussions or team discussions will focus on application of laws and principles to topical issues. Grading Scale In the graduate classes, a grade below C is not passing. A 94-100% A90-93% B+ 87-89% B 83-86% B80-82% C+ 77-79% C 70-76% F <70% Attendance Attendance is mandatory. Absences may be excused for childbirth, a documented illness, an injury, and a death in the family, or other emergency situation acceptable to the Academic reviewer. Students should contact the Professor as soon as possible on the first day of an absence and give an estimation of the duration of the absence. Special arrangements may be made to make up missed classes. Based on the students academic progress, the instructor will assign the student work to cover tardiness or absence. Absences and Make Up Make up class: Three hours of make-up work is required for each absent classroom hour. Thus, in order to make-up one missed class meeting, a student make-up assignment must require NINE (9) hours of work outside the classroom. If someone enrolls late, he or she must make up the lost class time in order to earn enough credits/units, or retake the class. It is the students responsibility to make arrangements with the professor for make-up learning assignments. Academic Integrity Policy Ensuring academic integrity is an ethical responsibility we take seriously at Herguan University. Based on respect for individual academic achievement, each student and faculty member commits to being a part of a learning community which is characterized by upholding the foundational principles of honesty, equity, mutual responsibility, respect of others, and personal integrity. Advancing the principles of academic integrity is essential because doing so enhances the quality of academic work, institutional operations, and the assessment of educational goals. In accordance with the policy, students are expected to do their own work on examinations, class preparation and assignments and to conduct themselves professionally when interacting with fellow students, faculty and staff. Students are also expected to make equitable contributions to the quality and quantity of work performed on group projects. Academic and/or professional misconduct (behaving contrary to the policy) is subject to disciplinary action including being placed on probation, failing a graded course assignment, failing a course, or being dismissed.
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Herguan University Student academic misconduct and violations of this policy include, but are not limited to the actions below: Misrepresenting Class Attendance: Not attending class and instead, having another person attend class pretending to be you. Cheating on Examinations: Using unauthorized notes, looking at another student's test paper, or providing another student with answers during an examination or quiz Plagiarism: Using another person's ideas, words, expressions, or findings in your writing or speaking without acknowledging the source. Forgery: Altering college forms, documents, records, or the signing of such forms or documents by someone other than the proper authority. Bribery: Paying someone or receiving money or other gifts in exchange for performing a dishonest or illegal act. Major Study Units Introduction to Managerial Finance An overview of Managerial Finance Essential Concepts Managerial Finance Analysis of Financial Statements The financial Markets & the Investment Banking Process Time Value of Money Valuation Financial Assets The Cost Money (Interest Rates) Bonds (debts) - Characteristics & Value Stocks (Equity) Characteristics & Valuation Risk & Rates of Return Valuation Real Assets (Capital Budgeting) Capital Budgeting Techniques Project Cash Flows & Risk Cost of Capital, Leverage, & Dividend Policy The Cost of Capital Capital Structure Dividend Policy Working Capital Management Working Capital Policy Managing Short-Term Assets Managing Short-Term Liabilities (Financing) Financial Planning & Control Alternative Financing Arrangements and Corporate Restructuring

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Course Syllabus PJM 500 / FIN 500 Managerial Finance

Instructor Name: Jack Ho Term: Fall 2013

Instructor Contact Information: jackho@herguanuniversity.org Office Hours: Please email instructor to arrange for a time. Instructor is available M-F after 7pm and on weekends from 1--3pm Course Assignments and Performance Requirements 30% Class attendance and participation 30% 3 in-class projects (individual or group) 40% Final Examination Instructor Policies Late submission is only accepted due to illness or family emergencies with evidence. This must be requested by the students in writing within the same week. Course Schedule - SAMPLE Week LEC 1 In-Class Review Chapters 1, 3, and 4 Handout Case Study 1 , 2, and 3 Topics Covered: Managerial Finance Financial Markets Investment Banking Process Risks and Returns Review Chapters 5, 6, and 7 Handout Case Study 4, 5, and 6 Topics Covered: Cost of Money Bonds (Debt) Stocks (Equity) Review Chapters 8, 9, and 10 Handout Case Studies 7, 8 and 9 Topics Covered: Capital Budgeting Techniques Project Cash Flows and Risks Assignments and Due Dates In-class project

LEC 2

In-class project

LEC 3

In-class project

Herguan University LEC 4 Review Chapter 11 and 12 Handout Case Studies: 10 Topics Covered: Cost of Capital Capital Structure

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