Syllabus

Title
1089 International Financial Management II
Instructors
Dr. Thomas Kremser, Univ.Prof. Dr. Margarethe Rammerstorfer
Contact details
margarethe.rammerstorfer@wu.ac.at; thomas.kremser@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
Friday 10/14/16 12:30 PM - 04:30 PM D4.0.127
Saturday 10/15/16 12:30 PM - 04:30 PM D4.0.127
Thursday 10/20/16 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM D2.0.392
Thursday 10/20/16 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM D2.0.030
Friday 10/21/16 01:00 PM - 05:30 PM D4.0.133
Wednesday 11/16/16 08:00 AM - 11:00 AM TC.0.02 Red Bull
Tuesday 12/06/16 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.3.05
Wednesday 12/21/16 08:30 AM - 10:00 AM TC.0.03 WIENER STÄDTISCHE

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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 foreign exchange

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%), exercises (20%) and crosswords at the end of each class (10%).

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    Prerequisites for participation and waiting lists

    For participants of the Cross-Functional Management Program and WU-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
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    Recommended previous knowledge and skills
    Basic knowledge in international finance!
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    Availability of lecturer(s)

    Dr. Thomas Kremser, PD: thomas.kremser@wu.ac.at

    Dr. Margarethe Rammerstorfer: margarethe.rammerstorfer@wu.ac.at

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

    Last edited: 2016-08-31



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