BAM 313
Introduction to Financial Management
Online Course
BAM 313 Introduction to Financial Management
3 Semester Units
Introduction to Financial Management introduces students to the elementary principles and motives of financial management and covers basic fundamental principles of short-term financing, time value of money, risk, value, and cost. Students will be able to understand the interrelationships underlying the various data and techniques in which financial decisions are based, analyze financial data, and apply basic concepts to make confident financial decisions in their respective business futures.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define financial management, key terms, theories, and its importance to business.
- Demonstrate an understanding of financial management processes including valuation of financial assets and capital budgeting.
- Analyze capital structure and dividend policy related to the field of financial management.
- Demonstrate an understanding of financial management policies related to liquidity management and international business.
- Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to financial management.
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