Course overview
This course looks at theoretical issues in corporate finance and their practical application. Topics include capital structure and the preferences for debt or equity as suggested by agency models, including pecking order theory and timing models; dividend policy; convertible securities and executive compensation; initial public offerings; internal capital markets and diversification.
Course learning outcomes
- Critically evaluate theoretical research in corporate finance
- Explain the implications of theory for practical financial and risk management
- Compare various models of investment decision making under uncertainty
- Investigate the impact of alternative financing proposals that a firm may face in both the short and long term and argue recommendations
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 30033
Section LE01
Size 150
Available 150
Class number 30038
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 30037
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 30036
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 30035
Section TU04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 30034
Section TU05
Size 30
Available 30
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 59745
Section LE01
Size 150
Available 150
Class number 59750
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 59749
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 59748
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 59747
Section TU04
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 59746
Section TU05
Size 30
Available 30
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