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Theory of Corporate Finance

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Tu 5:30p.m. – 8:15p.m.
University Hall Y04-4120 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
Tu 5:30p.m. – 8:15p.m.
Location
University Hall Y04-4120
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

Provides a sound understanding of the principles of and analytical techniques used in financial management. The course describes financial decision making by corporations and shows how it can be used to address practical problems and illuminate institutional aspects of the financial world. Topics include review of valuation concepts, cost of capital, advanced capital budgeting, capital structure theories, dividend policy, IPOs, long-term financing and working capital management.

Prerequisites

AF 301 and a minimum of 60 credits. MGT majors only

Guest registration opens August 18

Course Details