AEM 4290 - [International Financial Management]

Fall. 3 credits. Letter grades only (no audit).

Prerequisite: AEM 2100 or equivalent and AEM 2240/AEM 2241.

S. Watugala.

Teaches students about issues in international financial management and international investment. The major issues discussed include exchange rate volatility, the benefit of international diversification, and the analysis of international capital budgeting decisions. Specific topics include the determination of the cost of capital for foreign investments, the determination and management of foreign exchange risks and country risks, and the use of innovative financing for the multinational corporation.

Outcome 1: Provide understanding of exchange rate volatility, the benefit of international diversification, and the analysis of international capital budgeting decisions.

Outcome 2: Students will be able to determine the cost of capital for foreign investments, foreign exchange risks, and country risks.

Outcome 3: Provide understanding of the use of innovative financing for the multinational corporation.