Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this module, the student should be able to:
-Understand and critically evaluate investment decisions, incorporating methods such as NPV, IRR, and payback analysis.
-Demonstrate advanced skills in identifying and advising on appropriate sources of finance for a variety of business scenarios, integrating knowledge of debt, equity, and other financial instruments;
-Carry out comprehensive company valuations using multiple methodologies (e.g., asset-based, earnings-based, and cash flow-based), including an awareness of limitations and practical considerations.
-Analyse and propose strategies for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including valuation, synergy evaluation, and deal structuring.
-Develop turnaround strategies for companies in financial difficulty, focusing on cash flow management, cost reduction, and financing options;
-Evaluate corporate financing decisions, including dividend policies, and their impact on shareholder value and financial strategy.
-Apply analytical skills to solve complex strategic and financial challenges, integrating performance measurement, company valuation, and strategic decision-making frameworks.
Indicative Module Content:
-Strategic Financial Management
-Investment Decisions (NPV, IRR, Payback)
-Sources of Finance
-Company Valuation Methods
-Mergers and Acquisitions
-Corporate Financial Strategy
-Companies in Financial Difficulty
-Financial Ratio Analysis and Forecasting
-Risk-Return Characteristics of Financial Instruments