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FINC600 Corporate Finance (3 semester hours)
This course is a study of the major corporate finance and financial management theory, strategy, processes, functions, and other issues. Topics include the finance function, concepts of sources and uses of funds, analysis and estimation of need for funds (short- and long-term), short-term sources, working capital management policy, long-term sources, capital structure policy and implementation, capital budgeting and the cost of capital. Students must have access to Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel software. Please refer to the Course Materials section for additional details on materials and pricing or contact [email protected].
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC605 Financial Accounting (3 semester hours)
This course examines the nature of accounting theory and practice, procedures, and preparation and interpretation of financial statements. The various uses of accounting information in decision-making, accounting issues concerning income and cash flows, economic resources and capital will be discussed. Students must have access to Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel software. This course requires the student to purchase additional materials. Please refer to the Course Materials section for additional details on materials and pricing or contact [email protected].
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC610 Financial Institutions (3 semester hours)
This course provides students with an overview of the basic contributions in the modern theory of corporate finance and financial institutions. The course utilizes a methodology approach, requiring students to master the necessary technical tools for each topic.
Topics covered in the course may include capital structure, distribution policy, financial intermediation, incomplete financial contracting, initial and seasoned public offerings, market for corporate control, and product market corporate finance interactions. Other topics offered in this course are corporate reorganization and bankruptcy, financing in imperfect markets, and security design under adverse selection and moral hazards.
Students will also conduct an in-depth analysis of the financial system in which banks, other intermediaries, and non-financial organizations function.
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FINC615 Investment Management (3 semester hours)
For this course, students will study financial markets – principally equity markets – from an investment decision-making perspective. The course utilizes a set of conceptual frameworks and analytical tools, applying them to particular investments and investment strategies chosen from a fairly broad array of companies, securities, and institutional contexts.
The focus will be on adding value across the spectrum of decisions ranging from position-taking in particular securities to portfolio risk management, as well as the delegation to and oversight of professional investment managers. Also, the course explores the competitive dynamics among investment organizations, products, and markets.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC620 International Finance (3 semester hours)
This course provides an understanding of current academic research in international finance and international macroeconomics. Students will learn the tools for conducting field research and will have a comprehensive overview of currency, equity, and international bond markets around the world.
Institutional, theoretical issues, and current trends will also be analyzed. A strong emphasis will be placed on the hedging techniques and tools used to reduce the risks associated with those financial markets.
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FINC625 Entrepreneurship Finance (3 semester hours)
This course is designed to provide students with the ability to analyze the various processes and sources of seed and venture capital for funding a new enterprise – debt and equity. Planning for the funding aspect of a new financial venture is critical, and this course addresses alternative sources of funds for carrying out a venture’s mission.
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FINC626 Mergers and Acquisitions (3 semester hours)
This course will give an in-depth understanding of the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process. The M&A process involves several stages, from initial planning to post-merger integration. Students will learn about strategic planning, due diligence, valuation and negotiation of target companies, deal structuring, regulatory approval and post-merge integration. Each of these stages will be examined in detail so that the student can understand the entire process and how each stage will build to the next.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC627 Structuring and Leading Merger and Acquisition Deals (3 semester hours)
This graduate-level course is designed for professionals seeking to understand and execute mergers and acquisitions across industries. Students explore deal structuring in mergers and acquisitions, focusing on deal structure, transaction structure, and the financial implications, tax implications, and legal implications of each acquisition deal. Emphasis is placed on corporate finance, due diligence, and evaluating whether a stock purchase, asset sale, or other legal structures create the best deal structure for both the buyer and sellers in complex transactions.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC628 Post-Merger Integration (3 semester hours)
This course is designed to benefit students aspiring to careers in corporate development, M&A consulting, and strategic planning. This graduate-level course, Post Merger Integration, focuses on the crucial planning and effective management required to integrate organizations following mergers and acquisitions (M&A) successfully. Emphasizing that preparation should begin well before finalizing the M&A deal, the course draws on research studies and real-world cases to analyze and discuss the structural, cultural, and social implications of merging organizations.
Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in merging different organizational cultures and structures. The course involves developing an effective post-merger integration model aimed at maximizing the synergistic value potential of merger opportunities. Practical tools for managing cultural integration, a critical aspect of successful integration, are also provided.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC630 Debt Instruments and Markets (3 semester hours)
The graduate course, Debt Instruments and Markets, provides a detailed examination of debt securities and their trading markets. The course begins with an overview of various types of securities, emphasizing their unique cash flow patterns and risk profiles.
A central focus of the course is the study of the term structure of interest rates, covering spot, coupon, and forward yield curves. These concepts are explored in the context of traditional bond yield calculations and the relationship between price and yield.
This course also addresses risk management strategies for different notes, including floating and fixed-rate notes. This course will explain the use of Libor-based derivatives such as interest rate swaps and Eurodollar futures.
Another significant aspect of the course is the analysis of default risk and its impact on bond valuation, including examining credit derivatives for managing default risk.
Furthermore, students will comprehensively understand Treasury futures and options, exploring their complexities and applications in financial markets.
The course concludes with a study of managing interest rates and currency exposure in international debt markets, providing practical insights relevant to global finance.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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FINC699 Finance Capstone (3 semester hours)
This advanced graduate-level course in Finance explores the strategic rationale and execution of corporate mergers and acquisitions. Students will understand why and how firms engage in these activities and their impact on key business metrics such as stock prices, capital structure, and market power.
The course covers various aspects of Finance, such as mergers and acquisitions, including strategic alignment of merging entities, target company valuation, negotiation processes, and post-merger integration. Additionally, it examines legal, ethical, and regulatory considerations, encompassing the legal framework, ethical implications, and the role of regulatory bodies in ensuring market competition and fairness. The capstone will offer specific requirements depending upon the concentration selected for the Finance Master's degree.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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