The role of the financial officer as a key member of management is the central thrust of this course. The course covers securities valuation, capital market theory, working capital management, financial statements analysis and projection techniques. The financial questions investigated concern the management and analysis of cash, accounts receivable, inventory and short intermediate term liabilities as well as analysis of profitability and risk. The method of instruction involves both lectures and cases. Prerequisites EC120, EC140, BU227 and one of the following courses: BU205/EC205, BU255/EC255, EC235, or EC285. Exclusions MB307. Notes 3 lecture hours; It is recommended that students wishing to take senior Finance electives take EC250/EC290 and EC260/EC270 prior.
