IM 2121 - Principles of Finance

Institution:

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Description:

A broad introduction to fi nance covering various aspects of fi nancial institutions and markets, personal fi nance, corporate fi nance and fi nancial risk management. Students are introduced to the workings of equity, debt and derivative instruments and markets, taught the basics about asset acquisition, tax planning and investment principles. On the corporate fi nance side, capital budgeting, debt vs. equity fi nancing and working capital management are discussed. Throughout, the course emphasizes important fi nancial principles such as time value of money, diversifi cation, arbitrage and leverage. The course also places heavy emphasis on the use of spreadsheets to perform various numerical calculations. Prerequisite: IM-2121, or instructor's permission. STCW: None

Credits:

0.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.maritime.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 830-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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