Financial Management

University of Reading

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Financial Management

  • Host University

    University of Reading

  • Location

    Reading, England

  • Area of Study

    Agriculture

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Upper

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    Hours & Credits

  • ECTS Credits

    5
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4

  • Overview

    Module Provider: Agriculture
    Number of credits: 10 [5 ECTS credits]
    Level:5
    Terms in which taught: Spring term module
    Pre-requisites: AP1SB1 Introduction to Management
    Non-modular pre-requisites:
    Co-requisites:
    Modules excluded:
    Module version for: 2014/5
    Module Convenor: Dr Chittur Srinivasan
    Email: C.S.Srinivasan@reading.ac.uk
    Summary module description:
    Aims:
    This module aims to give students an appreciation of the role of the finance function in business. It aims to provide a good grounding in the principles, concepts, analytical techniques and practical applications of financial management in the context of a business enterprise. It will enable the student to assess the financial needs of a business, identify possible sources of that finance, evaluate alternative sources of finance and take decisions regarding the deployment of finance at the level of the non-specialist manager.
    Assessable learning outcomes:
    At the end of this module, students should be able to: * Understand the role of the finance function in business and its relationship with the corporate planning process. * Demonstrate the ability to apply basic management accounting skills. * Be able to analyse and interpret financial statements from the perspective of management and external users. * Be able to estimate the financial needs of a business, identify and select from alternative sources of finance and provide a rationale for the choice. * Be able to appraise capital investment projects and select suitable projects in the context of financial constraints, risk factors and company objectives. * Understand the principles of working capital management. * Develop an appreciation of financial management issues in the context of international business operations.
    Additional outcomes:
    In addition, students will also be able to: * Follow discussions and debates in the financial press. * Develop the basic skills required for a non-specialist financial manager in a business enterprise.
    Outline content:
    Introduction to Financial Management - role of the finance function in business. * Review of managerial accounting concepts. * Financial planning and projected financial statements. * Analysis and interpretation of financial statements. * Capital investment appraisal: techniques and issues. * Risk, return and capital investment appraisal. * Sources of finance and financial markets. * The cost of capital and the capital structure decision. * Management of working capital. * Issues in financial management in the context of international business operations.
    Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
    The module will be covered through 10 lectures supplemented with exercises and assignments to be completed by students outside contact hours.
    Contact hours:
    Spring
    Lectures 20
    Guided independent study 80
    Total hours by term 100.00
    Total hours for module 100.00
    Summative Assessment Methods:
    Method Percentage
    Written exam 50
    Written assignment including essay 20
    Class test administered by School 30
    Other information on summative assessment:
    The module will be assessed through assignments (20%) and an end-of-module test (30%)
    Formative assessment methods:
    Penalties for late submission:
    The Module Convener will apply the following penalties for work submitted late, in accordance with the University policy.
    where the piece of work is submitted up to one calendar week after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): 10% of the total marks available for the piece of work will be deducted from the mark for each working day (or part thereof) following the deadline up to a total of five working days;
    where the piece of work is submitted more than five working days after the original deadline (or any formally agreed extension to the deadline): a mark of zero will be recorded.
    You are strongly advised to ensure that coursework is submitted by the relevant deadline. You should note that it is advisable to submit work in an unfinished state rather than to fail to submit any work.
    Length of examination:
    Two-hour examination paper during Summer term
    Requirements for a pass:
    A mark of 40% overall.
    Reassessment arrangements:
    By re-examination August/September
    Last updated: 8 October 2014

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