ACCT 70310 - Analysis and Valuation Using Financial Statements

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

Accountancy

Description:

This course focuses on the use of accounting information for equity valuation and techniques of fundamental analysis. The course includes a detailed examination of alternative methods of equity valuation that are ultimately applied in projects involving publicly traded firms. Particular emphasis is placed on valuation using the residual operating income valuation model, which is gaining popularity in academic work and in practice. The course begins with a comparison of discounted cash flow and accounting-based approaches to fundamental valuation. Other topics include methods of financial statement analysis, forecasting, determinants of firms' price-to-earnings and market-to-book ratios, and approaches to dealing with accounting issues. The objective is for students to be able to apply the valuation models and other analytical tools discussed in the course using data from actual companies. To meet this objective, the course is structured around building the knowledge and skills needed to complete a valuation project.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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