Fundamentals of Managerial Finance

FIN 720  •  2 Credits  •  7 Weeks  •  Typically Offered: Fall, Summer

Fundamentals of Managerial Finance is an introductory course in managerial finance. This foundation course provides insights to the role of the financial manager, whose primary responsibility consists of acquiring funds (cash) needed by the firm and directing these funds into projects that will maximize the value of the firm for its owners. In reaching this objective, financial managers perform such varied roles/tasks as budgeting, financial forecasting, cash management, credit administration, and funds procurement. You will study the quantitative tools used in the decision-making process. Not for MBA credit.

Prerequisite: ACCT 703 or equivalent