Module Title:Corporate Finance for Business
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In 12 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. Problem Solving Exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various business scenarios. Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills. E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials. Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim: The aim of this module is to develop theoretical and practical skills and knowledge expected of a business manager in relation to corporate finance.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Define and explain the key terms, concepts and practices for corporate finance decision making
LO2 Identify and apply appropriate tools and techniques that may be used to aid decision-making in the area of corporate finance.
LO3 Critically examine how risk, ethical considerations and the needs of other stakeholders influence the pursuit of shareholder wealth maximisation.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Corporate Finance Overview
Nature and role of corporate finance; Agency theory; Balancing risk and return; Ethical considerations, Corporate Governance, Current and emerging developments in finance, Wealth maximisation.
Cost of Capital
Cost of equity capital using CAPM and dividend valuation model; Cost of debt finance and other forms of finance; Weighted average cost of capital (WACC); Effect of WACC and business valuation; Capital market efficiency.
Capital Structure Debate
Financial gearing; Business and financial risk; Traditional view of the optimal capital structure; Modigliani & Miller's capital structure theory (with & without tax); Practical influences on the optimal gearing level.
Dividend and Distribution Decisions
Nature of dividends; Importance of dividends; Modigliani and Miller’s dividend irrelevance theory; Dividends as a residual; Practical influences on the level of dividends; Effect of dividend policy on financing decisions.
Business Mergers and Takeovers
Reasons for mergers & takeovers; Main forms of purchase consideration; Winners and losers from takeover activity; Tactics to defend against a hostile bid; Main methods for valuing shares of a business.
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions Key terms and concepts 1 30.00 Week 6
Case Studies On key section of module such as - Mergers and Takeovers, Capital Structure, Dividend Policy 2 40.00 Week 8
Presentation On an aspect of Corporate Finance such as Corporate Governance, Agency Problem, Ethical Considerations, Sustainability 3 30.00 Week 12
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 5.93
Total Hours 125.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 1.50
Independent Learning Time 15 Weeks per Stage 7.13
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

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