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  • 3.00 Credits

    Introductory course which presents a number of the current ideas related to the functioning of the earth's global ecosystem and its place in the universe. Subject matter includes the development of weather systems and climatic cycles, the structure and function of the oceans and their interaction with other earth systems, or the evolution and structure of the universe. This course is not currently offered at CSU San Marcos. It is listed only for transfer-credit and course equivalency purposes. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed the Entry-Level Mathematics (ELM) requirement.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Explains geological materials, landforms and phenomena in the context of modern understandings of matter and the universe. Includes the synthesis and distribution of the elements, the structure of matter, the history of the solar system, the structure of Earth, plate tectonics, the properties and reactions of minerals, and the rock cycle. Focuses on the empirical evidence for current models of Earth's origin and development. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for CHEM 314.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Examines basic aspects of the financing and investment decisions made by financial managers. Subjects include financial mathematics, net present value, capital budgeting, valuation of financial securities, risk and return, cost of capital, capital structure, and dividend policy. FIN 302 may not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for FIN 304. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status).
  • 4.00 Credits

    Required course for students selecting the accountancy or finance track as their area of study. Examines the financing and investment decisions made by firms' financial managers. Subjects include financial mathematics, capital budgeting, valuation of financial securities, risk and return, cost of capital, capital structure, dividend policy, and financial analysis and planning. FIN 302 is designed for the GBM, HTM and SSM Options. Students may not apply units from both FIN 302 and FIN 304 toward the major. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status).
  • 4.00 Credits

    Examines the investment characteristics of the many types of securities traded in today's financial markets. In-depth coverage of the micro-structure of equity markets is also provided. Specific subjects to be discussed include: yield-curve analysis, trading rules, government bond pricing, corporate bond pricing, stock valuation models, market-microstructure, CAPM, APT, mutual fund investing, and an introduction to derivative products. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for FIN 431 and SSM 431. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status). Prerequisite: FIN 302 or 304.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Examines the markets in which the prices of financial assets are determined as well as the participants in these markets. Introduces students to the various types of financial assets that are traded in financial markets by market participants. Specific subjects to be discussed include depository institutions, government debt markets, corporate debt markets, equity markets, mutual funds, investment baking firms, mortgage markets, swaps and derivative markets. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for SSM 491P and FIN 430. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status). Prerequisites: FIN 302 or 304.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Examines various aspects of financial planning and management for enterprises with overseas operations. Major subjects include evaluation of direct foreign investment projects, financial structure and global cost capital, foreign currency exposure management, management of political risk, working capital management, export-import financing, and multinational tax planning. May not be taken for credit by students who have received credit for HTM 421 or FIN 421. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status). Prerequisite: FIN 302 or 304.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Concentrates on advanced subjects in corporate finance. Provides a rigorous examination of capital budgeting, capital structure, and dividend policy. Other subjects discussed include mergers and acquisitions, leasing, working capital management, long-term financing, and financial distress. Case studies may be included. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division prebusiness core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status). Prerequisite: FIN 302 or 304.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Deepens the student's understanding of investment analysis by providing a detailed examination of many of the issues introduced in FIN 321. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics, pricing and uses of options and future contracts. Specific subjects to be discussed include the statistical underpinnings of modern portfolio theory, risk aversion, bond portfolio management, arbitrage, the Black-Scholes option pricing model, market-making in stock options, and mortgage derivative products. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status). Prerequisite: FIN 302 or 304 and 321.
  • 1.00 Credits

    A survey course of selected topics in finance in order to supplement available offerings. Students should check the Class Schedule for listing of actual topics. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Enrollment restricted to students who have completed all lower-division pre-business core (major status in Business Administration - i.e. attained business status). Perequisites may vary depending on topic.
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