CO FINS1613 Semester 2

UNSW Business School
Course Outline
FINS1613 Business Finance - 2018

Study Level Semester UOC Delivery Mode School
Undergraduate Semester 2 6 Units of Credit On Campus Banking & Finance
1. Course Details
Summary of Course
The course is worth 6 units of credit. There are 3 contact hours per week. This is an introductory
corporate finance course that looks at the essential aspects of financial decision-making in firms. The
course revolves around analysing (i) how businesses decide which projects to pursue and (ii) how
businesses raise capital to fund projects and distribute profits to owners.
The course begins by examining the different ways companies can be structured and the types of
corporate ownership that exist. Next, the principles of financial mathematics are introduced. Students
develop a financial mathematics toolkit that is useful in later courses, learning how to value the types of
financing available to a firm (primarily equity and debt capital). Specific attention is placed on the
relationships among value, risk, and time.
The course then examines how financial managers should decide which projects to pursue. Net present
value is introduced as a tool to help managers make decisions, and its strength over other decision
methods is emphasised. Then, students learn how to determine the financial cash flows generated by a
project. This discussion emphasises the importance of cash flows to firm value and the difference
between cash flows and accounting measures of firm performance.
The course then shifts to an examination of firms from the perspective of financial markets. Students
learn how financial markets determine the overall cost of capital for a firm, using portfolio theory to
examine the relationship between expected risk and returns in financial investments. Dividend payouts
and the choices between debt and equity financing are also covered.
The presentation of topics ensures that students recognize the relationship between firms and financial
markets. The course illustrates (i) how a firm’s selection of projects affects the cashflows it distributes to
investors and (ii) how the cashflows received by investors influence their valuation of the firm and feed
back to the firm’s project selection decision.
The course develops distinct conceptual frameworks and specialised tools for solving real-world financial
problems. Illustrations from real-life corporate practices highlight the importance and relevance of
financial management to the realisation of personal and corporate financial objectives. Examples include
project valuation and selection, personal financial planning, funds management, capital raisings, portfolio
selection of financial securities, private equity, public floats, and the pricing of assets in the stock market.
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Teaching Times and Locations
Please note that teaching times and locations are subject to change. Students are strongly advised to
refer to the Class Timetable website for the most up-to-date teaching times and locations.
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Course Policies & Support

The Business School expects that you are familiar with the contents of this course outline and the UNSW
and Business School learning expectations, rules, policies and support services as listed below:
Program Learning Goals and Outcomes
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
Student Responsibilities and Conduct
Special Consideration
Protocol for Viewing Final Exam Scripts
Student Learning Support Services
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Course Aims and Relationship to Other Courses

FINS1613 is one of two gateway courses (along with FINS1612) to the undergraduate electives offered by
the School of Banking and Finance. It provides a foundation for understanding financial decision-making
that you will need for advanced finance classes and to contribute as a finance professional upon
graduation
Student Learning Outcomes

The Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are what you should be able to demonstrate by the end of this
course, if you participate fully in learning activities and successfully complete the assessment items.
CLOs also contribute to your achievement of the Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs), which are
developed across the duration of a program for all coursework students in the Business School. More
information on PLOs is available under Policies and Support . PLOs are, in turn, directly linked to UNSW
graduate capabilities and the aspiration to develop “globally focussed graduates who are rigorous
scholars, capable of leadership and professional practice in an international community”.
The following table shows how the CLOs for this course relate to the overall PLOs and indicates where
each CLO and PLO is assessed:
Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning Course Assessment Item

Outcomes
On successful completion of the course, you This course helps you to This learning outcome will be
should be able to: develop the following assessed in the following
Program Learning items:

Outcomes:
PLO 1: Business Tutorial Problems
Compute the discounted value of a series of
knowledge Tutorial Contribution
cash flows;
Quiz
Value different types of securities (bonds, Midterm Exam
equities, and preference shares); Final Exam
Analyse capital budgeting projects and use

the net present value decision rule to decide
if a firm should pursue a project;
Understand the relation between risk and

return, and be able to estimate the cost of
capital;
Understand the relevant theory underlying a

firm’s choice of capital structure and its
dividend policy.
PLO 2: Problem solving Tutorial Problems
Understand and solve problems involving
Tutorial Contribution
financial mathematics;
Quiz
Explain the link between corporate decision Midterm Exam
making and financial markets. Final Exam
PLO 3: Business Not specifically assessed
Communicate finance related ideas in a
communication Part of tutorial contribution
theoretically and applicably sound manner.
but not separately
Communicate ideas in a succinct and clear assessed
manner.
PLO 4: Teamwork Not specifically assessed
Engage with others in culturally and
Part of tutorial contribution
ethnically diverse tutorial groups
but not separately
assessed
PLO 6: Global and Not specifically assessed
Engage with others in culturally and
cultural competence Part of tutorial contribution
ethnically diverse tutorial groups
but not separately
assessed
PLO 7: Leadership Tutorial Problems
Understand and apply the set of tools need
development Tutorial Contribution
for sound and innovative investment and
Quiz
corporate decisions.
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
2. Staff Contact Details
Position Title Name Email Location Phone Consultation

Times
Lecturer- Dr Kyung Hwan Email Room 306 +61 9385 Fridays 2 to 3
in- Shim 5852 pm

charge
3. Learning and Teaching Activities

Approach to Learning and Teaching in the Course
This course consists of weekly two-hour lectures and one-hour tutorials. High levels of preparation and
interaction are required for the course. The course provides the necessary foundation for success in both
subsequent BCOM elective courses and the workplace.
Lectures develop both theoretical and practical knowledge of course topics, with an emphasis placed on
explaining fundamental concepts. Example problems are used to ensure students can apply their
understanding. When possible, we will seek to incorporate current events and topical research.
Learning Activities and Teaching Strategies

Tutorials review lecture material and work through problems. Students are required to contribute to group
discussions. The tutorials are designed to be interactive and help build understanding through application
of knowledge. They provide an opportunity to discuss any difficult concepts with the tutor and peers, and
hence gain an indication of one’s own progress.
Each tutorial will require solutions to assigned problems consisting of questions related to the previous
week’s lecture topic. The homework helps ensure students learn key concepts and aides the tutor in
identifying areas where students require more direct instruction. Additional ungraded questions may be
used to illustrate complex application of course materials. Any additional questions will be distributed
through the Tutorial section of the course website.
Students will be receive continuous feedback on their progress throughout the semester through the early
assessment quiz, tutorial sessions, and the midterm exam. In addition, students will be graded on both
individual participation during the tutorials, as well as on their performance on the final exam.
Students are strongly encouraged to devote regular study time to this course. In addition to reviewing
lecture and tutorial materials and set readings, students may use the Peer Assisted Support Scheme
(PASS).
4. Assessment
Formal Requirements
In order to pass this course, you must:
achieve a composite mark of at least 50 out of 100;
achieve a satisfactory result on any essential assessment components; and
meet any additional requirements described in the Assessment Summary section.
You are expected to attempt all assessment requirements in the course.

Assessment Structure
Assessment Task Weighting Length Due Date

10%
Tutorial Contribution - Ongoing
5%
Early Assignment Quiz 30 minutes Friday, 24/08/2018 or
earlier.
35%
Midterm Exam 2 hours Saturday, 15/09/2018.
50%
Final Exam 2 hours Centrally Scheduled.
Details to be
announced.
Assessment Summary
As a student at UNSW you are expected to display academic integrity in your work and interactions.
Where a student breaches the UNSW Student Code with respect to academic integrity, the University may
take disciplinary action under the Student Misconduct Procedure.
To assist you in understanding what academic integrity means, and how to ensure that you do comply
with the UNSW Student Code, it is strongly recommended that you complete the Working with Academic
Integrity module before submitting your first assessment task. It is a free, online self-paced Moodle
module that should take about one hour to complete.
Assessment Summary
You should complete the Working with Academic Integrity module before submitting any written
assessment by the due date. Non-compliance with the UNSW Student Code may result in disciplinary
action.
Tutorial Component
You must enroll in a tutorial session and attend the session in which you are enrolled. MyUNSW will be
available until the end of the first week of lectures to enable changes, additions, and deletions. After the
first week, changes will ONLY be made for documented University conflicts, and approval is needed from
the lecturer-in-charge.
Your tutorial grade is based on your participation and contribution. Tutorials are designed to complement
the lecture material and involve small group discussions. Active participation is STRONGLY encouraged.
Tutorials help students (i) extend their understanding of finance principles and (ii) develop problem
solving techniques.
Tutorial Participation:
Due: Every week, beginning week 2
Weight: 10% of the final grade

Details: You are expected to regularly attend your assigned tutorial classes as they contribute to the
understanding of lecture material through a small group setting. You are encouraged to ask questions as
thoughtful questions will count towards your participation mark. You may also be called upon on a
random basis throughout the tutorial stream to present answers to homework assignments. Your
participation mark will also be based on your answers and the clarity of your discussion. Students who do
not participate in tutorial discussion will not score maximum marks for tutorials.
You are required to attend at least 80% of the tutorials. If you must miss a tutorial, please email your
tutor. No credit will be given for participation at tutorials other than that in which you are enrolled.
Early Assessment Quiz Component
Date: Tentatively scheduled for Friday 24/08/2018.
Weight: A total of 5% of the final grade
Details: The early assessment examination is a 30 minute examination (no reading time) covering the
earlier topics of the course. It consists of questions and problems in a multiple-choice format. The main
purpose of this exam is to ensure an early assessment/feedback in this course prior to the August 31
Census Date.
Midterm Exam Component
Date: The midterm exam is tentatively scheduled for Saturday 15 September.
Details: The midterm examination is a 2.0-hour closed book examination (no reading time) covering the
1st ½ of the semester (textbook readings, lecture notes and other assigned readings). It consists of
questions and problems in a multiple-choice format.
Final Exam Component
Date: The final exam is centrally scheduled by the university to occur during UNSW’s Final Exam period,
which is from 2 to 20 Nov. UNSW policy expects you to be available during this entire period. The date of
the final exam is determined by the university during the semester.
Details: The final examination is a 2.0-hour closed book examination (no reading time) covering the 2nd ½
of the semester (textbook readings, lecture notes and other assigned readings). It consists of questions
and problems in a multiple-choice format.
Assignment Submission Procedure

Not Applicable.
Assessment Feedback
Feedback on student performance from formative and summative assessment tasks will be provided to

students in a timely manner. Assessment tasks completed within the teaching period of a course, other
than a final assessment, will be assessed and students provided with feedback, with or without a
provisional result, within 10 working days of submission, under normal circumstances. Feedback on
continuous assessment tasks (e.g. laboratory and studio-based, workplace-based, weekly quizzes) will be
provided prior to the midpoint of the course.
Late Submission
For information on Special Consideration please refer to the course Policies and Support .
The School of Banking and Finance supports the concept to leave the course lecturer-in-charge
to stipulate a penalty of 0 to 10% of the percentage weight of the assessment component or part
thereof per day. Details of such penalties will be available on the course Moodle page.
Applications for extension are restricted to cases of serious illness, bereavement or
misadventure and students must provide documentary evidence. Decisions on such
applications will be based on policies that are consistent with the policies adopted by UNSW
Business School for such cases.

The UNSW Business School has set a protocol under which students may view their final exam
script. Read more about the Business School's final exam script protocol .
Further to the Business School protocol for viewing final exam scripts:
1. A student must lodge a request to view his or her final exam script within 5 working days immediately
following the official release of overall course results. This request must be emailed to the School of
Banking and Finance at Email.
2. The School may fix a time at which all students wishing to see their exams will be permitted to do so.
The date for viewing all final exam scripts with the School of Banking and Finance is the 10th working
day after the official release of overall course results, and the School may fix a time for each course on
that day. The School may refuse to allow access to the exams at other times.
Protocol for Viewing Other Exam Scripts is the similar to that of viewing final exam scripts except
the working days are defined with reference to the release date of specific assessment result.
Quality Assurance
The Business School is actively monitoring student learning and quality of the student experience in all its
programs. A random selection of completed assessment tasks may be used for quality assurance, such
as to determine the extent to which program learning goals are being achieved. The information is
required for accreditation purposes, and aggregated findings will be used to inform changes aimed at
improving the quality of Business School programs. All material used for such processes will be treated
as confidential.
5. Course Resources

Lecture and Tutorial Material
Except for the textbook, students can expect to find all of the course resources on the course website via
Moodle, https://moodle.telt.unsw.edu.au. Lecture slides, along with the assigned problems, will be made
available by Friday of the week preceding the lecture. Tutorial coverage of each topic will lag the lectures
by one week; therefore students will have ample time to prepare for each tutorial and work on the
assigned problems.
Text and Online Resources

Textbook options
Essentials of Corporate Finance (4rd Australian and New Zealand edition), by Stephen A. Ross, Rowan
Traylor, Gerhard Van de Vender, Ron Bird, Randolph W. Westerfield and Bradford D. Jordan, McGraw Hill
Irwin, 2017. ISBN #: 9781743760956. The textbook can be purchased from the UNSW bookshop.
Alternatively, students can purchase the eBook version of the textbook.
Peer Assisted Support Scheme (PASS)

Additional support for students is available through the PASS program. This consists of student study
groups run by student volunteers who previously excelled in the course. A schedule of PASS sessions will
be made available on Moodle near the start of the semester.
Newspapers and Magazines

Students may wish to keep informed of business and financial matters by reading the financial press or
reviewing information provided by government regulators and securities exchanges. The following sites
should be of interest to you in finance:
Australian Financial Review www.afr.com.au

Business Review Weekly www.brw.com.au
Wall Street Journal www.wsj.com
Business Week www.businessweek.com
CNN Financial Network www.cnnfn.com
New York Times Dealbook https://www.nytimes.com/section/business/dealbook
Regulators
Australian Securities & Investments Commission www.asic.gov.au
U.S. Securities Exchange Commission www.sec.gov
Securities Exchanges
Australian Securities Exchange www.asx.com.au
New York Stock Exchange www.nyse.com
Chicago Board of Trade www.cbot.com
Chicago Mercantile Exchange www.cme.com
General Finance Resources:
6. Course Evaluation & Development

Each year feedback is sought from students about the courses offered in the School and continual
improvements are made based on this feedback. In this course, we will seek your feedback through
course and instructor evaluations. Students are also encouraged to speak with the lecturers and tutors

directly. Previous student feedback has been incorporated into course deliveries resulting in significantly
improved learning experiences to the students of the School. Your feedback expressed in the course and
instructor evaluations are of utmost importance in improving the quality of education offered at the
School.
7. Course Schedule
Week 1: 23 July
Topic
Introduction and Basic Concepts
Assessment/Other
Ch. 1
Week 2: 30 July
Topic
Financial Mathematics
Assessment/Other
Ch. 4, 5
Week 3: 6 August
Topic
The Valuation of Corporate Securities: Bonds
Assessment/Other
Ch. 6
Week 4: 13 August
Topic
The Valuation of Corporate Securities: Equity
Assessment/Other

Ch. 7
Week 5: 20 August
Topic
Capital Budgeting: NPV and Other Investment Criteria
Assessment/Other
Ch 8
Week 6: 27 August
Topic
Capital budgeting: Making Investment Decisions
Assessment/Other
Ch. 2, 9
Week 7: 3 September
Topic
Capital Market History
Assessment/Other
Ch. 10
Week 8: 10 September
Topic
Risk and Return
Assessment/Other
Ch. 11
Week 9: 17 September
Topic

Cost of Capital
Assessment/Other
Ch. 12
Mid-semester break: 24 September

Week 10: 1 October
Topic
Capital Structure
Assessment/Other
Ch. 13
Week 11: 8 October
Topic
Dividend Policy
Assessment/Other
Ch. 14
Week 12: 15 October
Topic
Raising Capital
Assessment/Other
Ch. 15
Week 13: 22 October
8. Policies
Information about UNSW Business School protocols, University policies, student responsibilities and
education quality and support.
Program Learning Outcomes

The Business School places knowledge and capabilities at the core of its curriculum via seven Program
Learning Outcomes (PLOs). These PLOs are systematically embedded and developed across the
duration of all coursework programs in the Business School.
PLOs embody the knowledge, skills and capabilities that are taught, practised and assessed within each
Business School program. They articulate what you should know and be able to do upon successful
completion of your degree.
Upon graduation, you should have a high level of specialised business knowledge and capacity for
responsible business thinking, underpinned by ethical professional practice. You should be able to
harness, manage and communicate business information effectively and work collaboratively with
others. You should be an experienced problem-solver and critical thinker, with a global perspective,
cultural competence and the potential for innovative leadership.
All UNSW programs and courses are designed to assess the attainment of program and/or course level
learning outcomes, as required by the UNSW Assessment Design Procedure . It is important that you
become familiar with the Business School PLOs, as they constitute the framework which informs and
shapes the components and assessments of the courses within your program of study.
PLO 1: Business knowledge
Students will make informed and effective selection and application of knowledge in a discipline or
profession, in the contexts of local and global business.
PLO 2: Problem solving
Students will define and address business problems, and propose effective evidence-based solutions,
through the application of rigorous analysis and critical thinking.
PLO 3: Business communication
Students will harness, manage and communicate business information effectively using multiple forms
of communication across different channels.
PLO 4: Teamwork
Students will interact and collaborate effectively with others to achieve a common business purpose or
fulfil a common business project, and reflect critically on the process and the outcomes.
PLO 5: Responsible business practice
Students will develop and be committed to responsible business thinking and approaches, which are
underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.
PLO 6: Global and cultural competence
Students will be aware of business systems in the wider world and actively committed to recognise and
respect the cultural norms, beliefs and values of others, and will apply this knowledge to interact,
communicate and work effectively in diverse environments.
PLO 7: Leadership development
Students will develop the capacity to take initiative, encourage forward thinking and bring about
innovation, while effectively influencing others to achieve desired results.
These PLOs relate to undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs. Separate PLOs for
honours and postgraduate research programs are included under 'Related Documents'.
Business School course outlines provide detailed information for students on how the course learning
outcomes, learning activities, and assessment/s contribute to the development of Program Learning
Outcomes.

RELATED DOCUMENTS
Undergraduate Honours Program Learning Goals and Outcomes (pdf)
Master of Philosophy Program Learning Goals and Outcomes (pdf)
Doctor of Philosophy Program Learning Goals and Outcomes (pdf)
UNSW Graduate Capabilities

The Business School PLOs are linked to UNSW Graduate Capabilities , a set of generic abilities and
skills that all students are expected to achieve by graduation. These capabilities articulate the
University's institutional values, as well as future employer expectations.
UNSW Graduate Capabilities

The Business School PLOs also incorporate UNSW graduate capabilities , a set of generic abilities and
skills that all students are expected to achieve by graduation. These capabilities articulate the
University’s institutional values, as well as future employer expectations.
UNSW Graduate Capabilities Business School PLOs
Scholars capable of independent and PLO 1: Business knowledge
collaborative enquiry, rigorous in their analysis, PLO 2: Problem solving
critique and reflection, and able to innovate by PLO 3: Business communication
applying their knowledge and skills to the solution PLO 4: Teamwork
of novel as well as routine problems. PLO 7: Leadership development
Entrepreneurial leaders capable of initiating and PLO 1: Business knowledge

embracing innovation and change, as well as PLO 2: Problem solving
engaging and enabling others to contribute to PLO 3: Business communication
change PLO 4: Teamwork
PLO 7: Leadership development
Professionals capable of ethical, self- directed PLO 1: Business knowledge

practice and independent lifelong learning PLO 2: Problem solving
PLO 3: Business communication
Global citizens who are culturally adept and PLO 1: Business knowledge
capable of respecting diversity and acting in a PLO 2: Problem solving
socially just and responsible way. PLO 3: Business communication
PLO 4: Teamwork
While our programs are designed to provide coverage of all PLOs and graduate capabilities, they also
provide you with a great deal of choice and flexibility. The Business School strongly advises you to
choose a range of courses that assist your development against the seven PLOs and four graduate
capabilities, and to keep a record of your achievements as part of your portfolio. You can use a portfolio
as evidence in employment applications as well as a reference for work or further study. For support

with selecting your courses contact the UNSW Business School Student Centre .
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

Academic Integrity is honest and responsible scholarship. This form of ethical scholarship is highly
valued at UNSW. Terms like Academic Integrity, misconduct, referencing, conventions, plagiarism,
academic practices, citations and evidence based learning are all considered basic concepts that
successful university students understand. Learning how to communicate original ideas, refer sources,
work independently, and report results accurately and honestly are skills that you will be able to carry
beyond your studies.
The definition of academic misconduct is broad. It covers practices such as cheating, copying and
using another person’s work without appropriate acknowledgement. Incidents of academic misconduct
may have serious consequences for students.
Plagiarism
UNSW regards plagiarism as a form of academic misconduct. UNSW has very strict rules regarding
plagiarism. Plagiarism at UNSW is using the words or ideas of others and passing them off as your
own. All Schools in the Business School have a Student Ethics Officer who will investigate incidents of
plagiarism and may result in a student’s name being placed on the Plagiarism and Student Misconduct
Registers.
Below are examples of plagiarism including self-plagiarism: Copying: Using the same or very
similar words to the original text or idea without acknowledging the source or using quotation
marks. This includes copying materials, ideas or concepts from a book, article, report or other
written document, presentation, composition, artwork, design, drawing, circuitry, computer
program or software, website, internet, other electronic resource, or another person's
assignment, without appropriate acknowledgement of authorship.
Inappropriate Paraphrasing: Changing a few words and phrases while mostly retaining the original
structure and/or progression of ideas of the original, and information without acknowledgement. This
also applies in presentations where someone paraphrases another’s ideas or words without credit and
to piecing together quotes and paraphrases into a new whole, without appropriate referencing.
Collusion: Presenting work as independent work when it has been produced in whole or part in
collusion with other people. Collusion includes:
Students providing their work to another student before the due date, or for the purpose of them
plagiarising at any time
Paying another person to perform an academic task and passing it off as your own
Stealing or acquiring another person’s academic work and copying it
Offering to complete another person’s work or seeking payment for completing academic work
Collusion should not be confused with academic collaboration (i.e., shared contribution towards a
group task).
Inappropriate Citation: Citing sources which have not been read, without acknowledging the 'secondary'
source from which knowledge of them has been obtained.
Self-Plagiarism: ‘Self-plagiarism’ occurs where an author republishes their own previously written work
and presents it as new findings without referencing the earlier work, either in its entirety or partially.
Self-plagiarism is also referred to as 'recycling', 'duplication', or 'multiple submissions of research
findings' without disclosure. In the student context, self-plagiarism includes re-using parts of, or all of, a

body of work that has already been submitted for assessment without proper citation.
To see if you understand plagiarism, do this short quiz: https://student.unsw.edu.au/plagiarism-quiz
Cheating
The University also regards cheating as a form of academic misconduct. Cheating is knowingly
submitting the work of others as their own and includes contract cheating (work produced by an
external agent or third party that is submitted under the pretences of being a student’s original piece of
work). Cheating is not acceptable at UNSW.
If you need to revise or clarify any terms associated with academic integrity you should explore the
'Working with Academic Integrity' self-paced lessons available at: https://student.unsw.edu.au/aim .
For UNSW policies, penalties, and information to help you avoid plagiarism see: https://
student.unsw.edu.au/plagiarism as well as the guidelines in the online ELISE tutorials for all new UNSW
students: http://subjectguides.library.unsw.edu.au/elise . For information on student conduct see:
https://student.unsw.edu.au/conduct .
For information on how to acknowledge your sources and reference correctly, see: https://
student.unsw.edu.au/referencing . If you are unsure what referencing style to use in this course, you
should ask the lecturer in charge.
Student Responsibilities and Conduct

Students are expected to be familiar with and adhere to university policies in relation to class
attendance and general conduct and behaviour, including maintaining a safe, respectful environment;
and to understand their obligations in relation to workload, assessment and keeping informed.
Information and policies on these topics can be found on the 'Managing your Program' website .
Workload
It is expected that you will spend at least nine to ten hours per week studying for a course except for
Summer Term courses which have a minimum weekly workload of eighteen to twenty hours . This time
should be made up of reading, research, working on exercises and problems, online activities and
attending classes. In periods where you need to complete assignments or prepare for examinations, the
workload may be greater. Over-commitment has been a cause of failure for many students. You should
take the required workload into account when planning how to balance study with employment and
other activities.
We strongly encourage you to connect with your Moodle course websites in the first week of semester .
Local and international research indicates that students who engage early and often with their course
website are more likely to pass their course.
View more information on expected workload
Attendance
Your regular and punctual attendance at lectures and seminars or in online learning activities is
expected in this course. The Business School reserves the right to refuse final assessment to those
students who attend less than 80% of scheduled classes where attendance and participation is required
as part of the learning process (e.g., tutorials, flipped classroom sessions, seminars, labs, etc.).
View more information on attendance
General Conduct and Behaviour

You are expected to conduct yourself with consideration and respect for the needs of your fellow
students and teaching staff. Conduct which unduly disrupts or interferes with a class, such as ringing or
talking on mobile phones, is not acceptable and students may be asked to leave the class.
View more information on student conduct
Health and Safety

UNSW Policy requires each person to work safely and responsibly, in order to avoid personal injury and
to protect the safety of others.
View more information on Health and Safety
Keeping Informed
You should take note of all announcements made in lectures, tutorials or on the course web site. From
time to time, the University will send important announcements to your university e-mail address
without providing you with a paper copy. You will be deemed to have received this information. It is also
your responsibility to keep the University informed of all changes to your contact details.
Special Consideration
You must submit all assignments and attend all examinations scheduled for your course. You can apply
for special consideration when illness or other circumstances beyond your control, interfere with your
performance in a specific assessment task or tasks. Special Consideration is primarily intended to
provide you with an extra opportunity to demonstrate the level of performance of which you are
capable.
General information on special consideration for undergraduate and postgraduate courses can be
found in the Assessment Implementation Procedure and the Current Students page .
Please note the following:

1. Applications will not be accepted by teaching staff. The lecturer-in-charge will be automatically
notified when you lodge an online application for special consideration
2. Decisions and recommendations are only made by lecturers-in-charge (or by the Faculty Panel in the
case of final exam special considerations), not by tutors
3. Applying for special consideration does not automatically mean that you will be granted a
supplementary exam or other concession
4. Special consideration requests do not allow lecturers-in-charge to award students additional marks
Business School Protocol on requests for Special Consideration

The lecturer-in-charge will need to be satisfied on each of the following before supporting a request for
special consideration:
1. Does the medical certificate contain all relevant information? For a medical certificate to be
accepted, the degree of illness and its impact on the student must be stated by the medical
practitioner (severe, moderate, mild). A certificate without this will not be valid. Students should also
note that only medical certificates issued after physically visiting a registered medical practitioner
will be accepted. Medical certificates submitted for Special Consideration should always be
requested from a registered medical practitioner that you have seen at a medical
practice. Certificates obtained online or via social media may be fraudulent and if relied upon could
result in a breach of the UNSW Student Code .
2. Has the student performed satisfactorily in the other assessment items? To understand what
Satisfactory Performance means in this course, please refer to the 'Formal Requirements' section in
Part A of your Course Outline

Special Consideration and the Final Exam in undergraduate and postgraduate
courses
Applications for special consideration in relation to the final exam are considered by a Business School
Faculty panel to which lecturers-in-charge provide their recommendations for each request. If the
Faculty panel grants a special consideration request, this will entitle the student to sit a supplementary
examination. No other form of consideration will be granted. The following procedures will apply:
1. Supplementary exams will be scheduled centrally and will be held approximately two weeks after the
formal examination period. Supplementary exams for Semester 1, 2018 will be held during the period
14 - 21 July, 2018 . Supplementary exams for Semester 2, 2018 will be held during the period 8 - 15
December, 2018 . Students wishing to sit a supplementary exam will need to be available during this
period.
If a student lodges a special consideration application for the final exam, they are stating they will be
available on this date. Supplementary exams will not be held at any other time.
2. Where a student is granted a supplementary examination as a result of a request for special
consideration, the student’s original exam (if completed) will be ignored and only the mark achieved
in the supplementary examination will count towards the final grade. Absence from a supplementary
exam without prior notification does not entitle the student to have the original exam paper marked,
and may result in a zero mark for the final exam.
The Supplementary Exam Protocol for Business School students is available at: http://
www.business.unsw.edu.au/suppexamprotocol
For special consideration for assessments other than the final exam refer to the ‘Assessment Section’
in your course outline .

The UNSW Business School has set a protocol under which students may view their final exam script.
Please check the protocol here .
Given individual schools within the Faculty may set up a local process for viewing final exam scripts, it
is important that you check with your School whether they have any additional information on this
process. Please note that this information might also be included in your course outline.
Student Support and Resources

The University and the Business School provide a wide range of support services and resources for
students, including:
Business School Education Quality and support Unit (EQS)

The EQS offers academic writing, study skills and maths support specifically for Business students.
Services include workshops, online resources, and individual consultations.
Level 1, Room 1033, Quadrangle Building.
Email
02 9385 7577 or 02 9385 4508
Business School Student Centre

The Business School Student Centre provides advice and direction on all aspects of admission,
enrolment and graduation.
Level 1, Room 1028 in the Quadrangle Building
02 9385 3189
UNSW Learning Centre

The UNSW Learning Centre provides academic skills support services, including workshops and

resources, for all UNSW students. See their website for details.
Lower Ground Floor, North Wing Chancellery Building.
Email
02 9385 2060
Educational Support Service

Educational Support Advisors work with all students to promote the development of skills needed to
succeed at university, whilst also providing personal support throughout the process. Check their
website to request an appointment or to register in the Academic Success Program.
John Goodsell Building, Ground Floor.
Email
02 9385 4734
Library services and facilities for students

The UNSW Library offers a range of collections, services and facilities both on-campus and online.
Main Library, F21.
02 9385 2650
Moodle eLearning Support

Moodle is the University’s learning management system. You should ensure that you log into Moodle
regularly.
Email
02 9385 3331
UNSW IT
UNSW IT provides support and services for students such as password access, email services, wireless
services and technical support.
UNSW Library Annexe (Ground floor).
Email
02 9385 1333
Disability Support Services

UNSW Disability Support Services provides assistance to students who are trying to manage the
demands of university as well as a health condition, learning disability or who have personal
circumstances that are having an impact on their studies. Disability Advisers can arrange to put in place
services and educational adjustments to make things more manageable so that students are able to
complete their course requirements. To receive educational adjustments for disability support, students
must first register with Disability Services.
Ground Floor, John Goodsell Building.
Email
02 9385 4734
UNSW Counselling and Psychological Services

Provides support and services if you need help with your personal life, getting your academic life back
on track or just want to know how to stay safe, including free, confidential counselling.
Level 2, East Wing, Quadrangle Building.
Email
02 9385 5418


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View course timetable

Course Policies & Support

View course Policies and Support

Course Aims and Relationship to Other Courses

Student Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes Program Learning Course Assessment Item

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Analyse capital budgeting projects and use

Understand the relation between risk and

Understand the relevant theory underlying a

2. Staff Contact Details

Position Title Name Email Location Phone Consultation

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3. Learning and Teaching Activities

Learning Activities and Teaching Strategies

You are expected to attempt all assessment requirements in the course.

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Assessment Task Weighting Length Due Date

Due: Every week, beginning week 2

Weight: 10% of the final grade

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Early Assessment Quiz Component

Date: Tentatively scheduled for Friday 24/08/2018.

Weight: A total of 5% of the final grade

Midterm Exam Component

Date: The midterm exam is tentatively scheduled for Saturday 15 September.

Weight: 35% of the final grade

Final Exam Component

Weight: 50% of the final grade

Assignment Submission Procedure

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Protocol for Viewing Final Exam Scripts

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Text and Online Resources

Peer Assisted Support Scheme (PASS)

Newspapers and Magazines

Australian Financial Review www.afr.com.au

6. Course Evaluation & Development

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Introduction and Basic Concepts

The Valuation of Corporate Securities: Bonds

The Valuation of Corporate Securities: Equity

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Capital Budgeting: NPV and Other Investment Criteria

Capital budgeting: Making Investment Decisions

Capital Market History

Risk and Return

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Mid-semester break: 24 September

Week 11: 8 October

Week 12: 15 October

Week 13: 22 October

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PLO 1: Business knowledge

PLO 2: Problem solving

PLO 3: Business communication

PLO 5: Responsible business practice

PLO 6: Global and cultural competence

PLO 7: Leadership development

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