Syllabus

Title
0624 International Financial Management II
Instructors
Assist.Prof. Aleksandra Rzeznik, Ph.D.
Contact details
aleksandra.rzeznik@wu.ac.at
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
09/16/16 to 09/26/16
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Subject(s) Bachelor Programs
International Financial Management II
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Tuesday 10/04/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.4.12
Thursday 10/06/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.4.12
Tuesday 10/11/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.4.14
Thursday 10/13/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.4.12
Tuesday 10/18/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.3.11
Thursday 10/20/16 05:30 PM - 08:00 PM D4.0.127
Tuesday 10/25/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.5.02
Thursday 10/27/16 05:00 PM - 07:30 PM TC.5.02
Thursday 11/03/16 05:15 PM - 07:45 PM TC.4.13
Wednesday 11/09/16 08:30 AM - 10:30 AM TC.2.02

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Contents

1. International Finance: why do you need to understand international finance?

2. Spot markets for foreign exchange

3. Understanding forward rates for foreignexchange

4. Using forward rates

5. The market for currency futures

6. Currency options  

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Learning outcomes

The students develop an understanding of fundamental concepts of international finance.
The students gain knowledge on the foreign exchange market and important aspects of financial management of the multinational firm.
At the end of the course the student is able to convert the different currencies, decide on international investments and also account for the time value of money.
With a positive passing, the students will be able to price futures and options in the context of international markets and with respect to different currencies.

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Teaching/learning method(s)
Lectures, assignments, class participation.
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Assessment

    Grading System:

    In order to get a positive grade, students have to fulfill the attendance requirement. If this criterion is met, the following weighting scheme is applied: final exam (70%), midterm (20%), homeassignments (10%), and participation 5%.

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    Prerequisites for participation and waiting lists

    For participants of the Cross-Functional Management Program andWU-incomings only

    Forquestions concerning enrolment and waiting lists please contact the Coordinatorof the Cross-Functional Management Programme at cfm@wu.ac.at

    All students must attend the first class!

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    Readings
    1 Author: Piet Sercu
    Title: International Finance: Theory into Practice

    Publisher: Princeton University Press
    Remarks: Chapter 1 - 9
    Year: 2009
    Content relevant for class examination: Yes
    Content relevant for diploma examination: Yes
    Recommendation: Essential reading for all students
    Type: Book
    2 Author: John C. Hull
    Title: Options, Futures, And Other Derivatives

    Publisher: Prentice Hall International
    Edition: 8th edition
    Remarks: Chapter 1 - 3
    Year: 2011
    Content relevant for class examination: Yes
    Content relevant for diploma examination: Yes
    Recommendation: Strongly recommended (but no absolute necessity for purchase)
    Type: Book
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    Recommended previous knowledge and skills
    Basic knowledge in international finance!
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    Availability of lecturer(s)
    aleksandra.rzeznik@wu.ac.at

    For administrative matters and registration please contact cfm@wu.ac.at

    Last edited: 2016-10-03



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