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This course comprises a complete, yet concise synthesis of the recent available literature and professional practices in the areas of takeovers, restructurings and corporate governance within a logical, analytical framework. Topics covered include the strategic rationale for business combinations; legal and commercial aspects of takeovers in Australia and the US; … For more content click the Read More button below.This course comprises a complete, yet concise synthesis of the recent available literature and professional practices in the areas of takeovers, restructurings and corporate governance within a logical, analytical framework. Topics covered include the strategic rationale for business combinations; legal and commercial aspects of takeovers in Australia and the US; transaction structuring and financing; takeover tactics and defence; valuation and pricing of targets; and other forms of corporate restructuring, including private equity, LBOs and divestitures. Read More

This is a capstone course in the financial planning curriculum to provide students with a practical understanding of the provision of financial product advice and managing clients’ relationships. It consolidates and completes student knowledge and skills required for pursuing employment in the financial planning industry. The course a study of … For more content click the Read More button below.This is a capstone course in the financial planning curriculum to provide students with a practical understanding of the provision of financial product advice and managing clients’ relationships. It consolidates and completes student knowledge and skills required for pursuing employment in the financial planning industry. The course a study of important aspects of ethics, professional standards and Chapter 7 of the Corporation Act to the standards set by the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority. The course also covers the different elements of financial planning advice including understanding the client's situation and needs, conducting analysis and research, formulating appropriate financial planning strategies, choosing suitable products, preparing a fully compliant financial plan, implementing the financial plan and providing ongoing review and services to the client. The course also covers the knowledge and skills required for providing personal life insurance and general insurance advice. It is a required course for professional recognition in financial planning. Read More

Studies pricing, hedging and risk management of fixed income securities and interest rate derivatives. Includes: term structure dynamics (including bond price lattices, spot and forward rate models), analytical and numerical techniques, duration measures, interest rate derivative securities (including options, futures and swaps), the interaction between interest rate risk and credit … For more content click the Read More button below.Studies pricing, hedging and risk management of fixed income securities and interest rate derivatives. Includes: term structure dynamics (including bond price lattices, spot and forward rate models), analytical and numerical techniques, duration measures, interest rate derivative securities (including options, futures and swaps), the interaction between interest rate risk and credit risk, mortgage-backed securities and value-at-risk, the concepts of general collateral, an accessible treatment of the arbitrage-free models of the term structure, including the concept of state prices and no-arbitrage.  Read More

This course provides both introductory theory and a working knowledge of financial derivatives. The theory component covers some fundamental pricing principles that apply to various derivative contracts in financial markets. The working knowledge component will cover the the main types of derivatives contracts and valuation techniques. The course emphasises the … For more content click the Read More button below.This course provides both introductory theory and a working knowledge of financial derivatives. The theory component covers some fundamental pricing principles that apply to various derivative contracts in financial markets. The working knowledge component will cover the the main types of derivatives contracts and valuation techniques. The course emphasises the use of derivatives in financial risk management. It includes an option market making simulation which aims to help students to gain practical knowledge about the sophisticated options market-making mechanism.Read More

As a core course for the Master of Financial Planning, it provides a conceptual framework for understanding the effect of risks in personal financial planning and the role of insurance contracts in managing the risks. Specifically, the course introduces the economic principles of risk management and insurance, the essential details … For more content click the Read More button below.As a core course for the Master of Financial Planning, it provides a conceptual framework for understanding the effect of risks in personal financial planning and the role of insurance contracts in managing the risks. Specifically, the course introduces the economic principles of risk management and insurance, the essential details about insurance contracts, and the institutional features of Australian insurance markets. Read More

The application of modern finance theory and financial modelling techniques to financial decision-making and risk management in financial institutions. Includes: (i) Uniqueness of financial institutions; (ii) Application of portfolio, arbitrage pricing, option pricing and corporate finance theories to the management of assets, liabilities, capital structure and off-balance sheet operations; (iii) … For more content click the Read More button below.The application of modern finance theory and financial modelling techniques to financial decision-making and risk management in financial institutions. Includes: (i) Uniqueness of financial institutions; (ii) Application of portfolio, arbitrage pricing, option pricing and corporate finance theories to the management of assets, liabilities, capital structure and off-balance sheet operations; (iii) Interest rate risk management and financial futures; (iv) Liquidity risk management; (v) Loan portfolio management, credit evaluation models, loan pricing and credit rationing; (vi) Capital adequacy and prudential regulation and management. Read More

Aims to provide students with a practical and in-depth understanding of the way corporations are monitored, governed and controlled. Examines relationships and conflicts between key stakeholders (e.g. shareholders, managers, directors, employees, banks, regulatory bodies, etc.). Both internal aspects (e.g. performance evaluation, board structure, audit process, executive compensation, ownership structure, etc.) … For more content click the Read More button below.Aims to provide students with a practical and in-depth understanding of the way corporations are monitored, governed and controlled. Examines relationships and conflicts between key stakeholders (e.g. shareholders, managers, directors, employees, banks, regulatory bodies, etc.). Both internal aspects (e.g. performance evaluation, board structure, audit process, executive compensation, ownership structure, etc.) and external environments of corporate governance (legal protection of shareholders, hostile takeovers, proxy contests, bank monitoring, competition, etc.) are discussed in detail. The scope of coverage extends beyond Anglo-Saxon countries to examine issues in alternative governance systems adopted in Continental Europe, Asia and Latin America.Read More

This course covers alternative asset classes, which can be understood as non-conventional asset classes not previously examined in mainstream finance courses. The course focuses on venture capital and private equity investments, as these are the most prominent types of alternative assets. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited … For more content click the Read More button below.This course covers alternative asset classes, which can be understood as non-conventional asset classes not previously examined in mainstream finance courses. The course focuses on venture capital and private equity investments, as these are the most prominent types of alternative assets. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to, i) the venture capital industry in Australia (and other countries), and other sources of funds for financing new ventures (including angel investors, banks and other institutions), ii) venture fundraising and characteristics of venture capital firms, iii) characteristics of entrepreneurial ventures at different stages of development including: (a) Seed, Start-up, (b) Expansion, Mezzanine,(c) Buyout, Turnaround, iv) the characteristics of financial contracts in venture capital including the staging and syndication of deals, forms of finance (debt, convertible debt, preferred equity, convertible preferred equity, common equity, warrants, and combinations of these instruments), board representation, restrictive covenants and confidentiality agreements, v) exiting an investment through (a) initial public offerings,(b) mergers and strategic acquisitions and (c) secondary sales, buybacks, write-offs, vi) various entrepreneurial firm valuation techniques, vii) buyouts and going-private transactions including (a) buyout industry in Australia, (b) special features of buyout transactions and  (c) Valuation of buyout deals. Read More

This is an introductory course on Asia-Pacific emerging markets. It provides an overview of issues that are relevant for an understanding and analysis of these markets. Topics include interactions of local institutions and finance, financial markets and instruments, corporate governance, financial crises, globalization, family business models, global fund management.    This is an introductory course on Asia-Pacific emerging markets. It provides an overview of issues that are relevant for an understanding and analysis of these markets. Topics include interactions of local institutions and finance, financial markets and instruments, corporate governance, financial crises, globalization, family business models, global fund management.    Read More

Provides a foundation for analysis of portfolios: the dynamic selection of securities and management of funds. ?The course covers a wide range of financial models in the areas of investment analysis, portfolio theory, portfolio risk management, and investment style analysis. ?It also focuses on the recent advances in derivatives pricing … For more content click the Read More button below.Provides a foundation for analysis of portfolios: the dynamic selection of securities and management of funds. ?The course covers a wide range of financial models in the areas of investment analysis, portfolio theory, portfolio risk management, and investment style analysis. ?It also focuses on the recent advances in derivatives pricing methods in conjunction with their tactical and strategic applications. Read More