FIN531 Investments Analysis (8)
AbstractThe principle focus of this subject is on the financing and risk management aspects of corporate finance, and security and portfolio analysis. Valuation techniques introduced in Corporate Finance are applied to various investment types incorporating current theories in finance. Assumed Knowledge for this subject is equivalent to that covered in FIN516 and FIN530. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
Term 1 | Internal | Economic and Finance Institute | Session 1 | Internal | CSU Study Centre Sydney | Distance | Bathurst Campus | Session 3 | Internal | CSU Study Centre Melbourne | Internal | CSU Study Centre Sydney |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: FIN531
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Accounting and Finance |
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Enrolment restrictionsPostgraduate students only and not available to students who have completed FIN566 |
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Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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FIN566 | FIN566 There is significant overlap in content.
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
· be able to solve financial problems under conditions of uncertainty
· be able to discuss features of securities and security markets
· be able to demonstrate proficiency in financial research and analytical skills
· be able to communicate effectively about security and portfolio analysis
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
Risk and return
Portfolio selection models
Asset pricing models
Capital asset pricing model
Index models
Market efficiency
Bond prices and yields
Term structure of interest rates
Bond portfolios
Macroeconomic and industry analysis
Equity valuation models
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.