NHTC1110 — Corporate Finance 2.
Course description
This course provides an in-depth discussion of how firms manage the capital structure, dividend policy, working capital management, and merges and acquisitions (M&As).
Specifically, this course will cover the following topics:
- How a company manages its capital structure.
- How a company distributes the cash flow to shareholders.
- How a company manages its working capital.
- How a firm implements mergers and acquisitions.
Course requirements
Requirements for taking final /terminal exams
There are 1 group presentation, 1 mid-term test, and 1 final exam. The group presentation accounts for 20% of the total grade, the mid-term test accounts for 20% of the total grade, and the final exam accounts for 50% of the total grade. Students have permission to take the final exam when they attend more than 80% of the total classes, attend the mid-term test, and submit group assignment on time. Make-up exams will not be offered. The following rules apply to exams:
Make a notation of the exam dates.
Final Exam is a closed-book exam. You must turn off all cell phones or any other personal technology.
If you do not bring an ID to the exam, you will receive a 0 for the exam.
No food or drinks will be allowed during an exam.
When time is called, stop writing.
Please make sure you do not engage in any behavior that may appear to be cheating.Late report
Requirements for attending classes
Students are required to participate in the discussion of the class by asking and answering question, especially in the presentation time.
Class participation points will be based on general class attendance, contribution in class and compliance with the class rules delineated below. Poor class attendance, little contribution in class or non-compliance with class rules will result in a poor class participation grade.
Requirements for in-class behaviour
Communication:
Studies show that students who engage in one-on-one discussions with the instructor about the course receive better grades. I, therefore, encourage your discussion with me. You can communicate during office hours, email or in class discussions. You also are welcome to make separate appointments. I will be available before and after class, but only for short questions. I also encourage feedback on the classes, lectures, teaching and reading material. We enhance the class every semester and your thoughts are valuable in the process.
Intellectual Property:
All materials presented in class lectures including PowerPoint presentations and those materials given are intellectual property of the instructor unless otherwise copyrighted. Any reproduction or publication of this material without prior written permission is strictly forbidden.
Arrive on time and ready to begin when the class starts. If you arrive late for more than 30 minutes, you will not be counted for that class. Note that this class is intended for registered students only.
Come prepared – read the readings assigned.
Turn off cell phones during classes.
Do not engage in individual discussions
No food in class time
Participate by contributing comments and questions during the discussions. The instructor will call on students during the class if the participants do not volunteer.
Please use common courtesy and polite manners in class.
Teaching plan
Learning resources
- Course book:
- Reference books
- Other required materials and information: