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UCTI Level 3 Asia Pacific University College of Technology & Innovation 201012




Individual Assignment
Learning Outcomes
Questions
1. Critically analyse the environment in which international
financial management is undertaken.
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2. Critically analyse and demonstrate an organised and
systematic understanding of the international financial
principles related to corporations or MNCs;
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3. Solve original solutions or complex problems using the
appropriate approaches for appropriate international
corporate financial problems.
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4 Critically analyse the theories and practices of
international corporate finance in relation to MNCs
functions, problems faced, better decision making, risk
management and its purposes.
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Marks are awarded based on the following guidelines:
Grade Description of performance level
80%-100% There were mature and interesting points based on your research and
reading. Each point supported with valid explanation. Shows
understanding of subject matter. Adequate references given. No
grammatical errors or spelling mistakes.
60% 79% There were sufficient points raised with valid explanations provided.
There is adequate understanding of subject matter. Minor grammatical
errors and spelling mistakes.
50% 59% No clear understanding of research subject. Insufficient points given and
explanations are unclear or not helpful in clarifying points. Not enough
reference given. Major grammatical and spelling mistakes.
Below 50% You did not show understanding of the subject matter. Points are off-
topic and do not tie back to research. No understanding of theories and
concepts taught. Not enough reference given. Numerous grammatical and
spelling mistakes.


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Assignment Assessment Criteria
The criteria below detail the areas, which will be taken into account when the assignment is
marked.
1. To address the subject satisfactorily, a typed format is mandatory.
Pass assignments are expected to be legible, tidy, well organized and written in clear
understandable English.
2. High grades [70%, 75%, +80%] need to demonstrate sustained coherent analytical ability.
A systematic approach to analysis and evaluation is required for grades 60% to 85% - for
grades at the higher end of the scale, integration and synthesis is a requirement. The
quality of the arguments used to develop and support prescriptions/recommendations are,
in our view, the essential test of integration.
3. Evidence of reading and some understanding of models and concepts are needed to
achieve a pass grade [50%]. Integration of theory and practice is expected for any grade
above 65%.
4. You are expected to clearly state any assumptions you make, and support statements and
theories by referencing to appropriate sources. [This is essential for higher grades but
does not necessarily prejudice a pass mark [50%] if it is missing].
5. As well as submitting a hard copy of your assignment you are also required to submit the
electronic version. Unless both, hard copy and electronic versions are provided it will not
be counted as submitted.

Attention will be paid to:
There must be proper referencing and citation. Harvard Referencing is a must. Citation must
include, apart from the normal details, the page number from where the issue for discussion has
been taken.



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TOPIC: Foreign Direct Investment

Select one of the retail business in your country and answer the below questions. (Each
part of the answers below must at least 2 pages with double spacing and font size 12 Times
New Roman)


a) Explain how a retail business in your country would use the spot market in foreign
exchange
(20 marks)

b) Explain how a retail business might utilize the international money markets when it is
establishing other Wal-Mart stores in Asian.
(20 marks)

c) Explain how a retail business could use the international bond market to finance the
establishment of new outlets in foreign markets.
(20 marks)

d) Discuss why the a retail business needs to use international financial market?
(20 marks)

e) Evaluate the methods that can be used by a retail business to invest internationally.
(20 marks)