GSM 537 - International Finance

Institution:

Simmons University

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Prerequisites: GSM 435 (co-req ok) This course discusses, analyzes and debates current issues in global business, with a focus on the role of emerging markets in today?s integrated global economy. We will discuss foreign direct investments, global sourcing, and recent history of western multinational businesses in the emerging markets. We will discuss the increasing importance of large BRIC businesses in the global market place. In a parallel fashion, we will pay special attention to international finance issues faced by international investors and corporations. We introduce the currency markets and follow with currency-derivative markets. Currency trading and arbitrage practices are illustrated and analyzed. Exchange rate risk management using these instruments is illustrated and analyzed. Important international financial parity conditions are discussed. We then extend basic financial management concepts and principles into an international framework. International capital markets and international portfolio investments are also covered.

Credits:

2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.simmons.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 521-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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