Course coordinator
Dr Lin Mi
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Business School
This course provides students with a comprehensive introduction to financial management and financial analysis, with a focus on creating shareholder value. Topics include: financial modelling; the time value of money; stock and bond valuation; capital budgeting and net present value; risk and diversification; and the Capital Asset Pricing Model.
This introductory course lays out the main foundations of financial management, and gives an introductory overview of tools used in both corporate finance, asset pricing and investments. We begin by developing a suite of tools for converting cash flows between present and future values, which is followed by applications to stock and bond valuation and mortgages, as well asﾠapplications to the evaluation of new projects in a corporate setting. Investment diversification and a range of asset pricing models that can be used to estimate investment returns conditional on risk are also investigated.
Key topics covered:
- Present value mechanics
- Bond valuation
- Equity valuation
- Investment decisions and project evaluation
- Utility theory and Markowitz optimal portfolios
- Behavioural finance and capital market efficiency
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students are assumed to be proficient in basicﾠmathematicsﾠand statistics at theﾠyear 12 level.
ﾠ
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
FINM2401 or 2411 or 7401 or 7805
Restrictions
Course is restricted to students enrolled in the BAdvBus(Hons) program.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Lin Mi
Mr Hayden Klok
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Please note: Teaching staff do not have access to the timetabling system to help with class allocation. Therefore, should you need help with your timetable and/or allocation of classes, please ensure you email business.mytimetable@uq.edu.au from your UQ student email account with the following details:
- Full name
- Student ID
- Course Code
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to provide you with a solid grounding in the key components of financial management. The skills developed in this course will enable students to determine the value of various financial instruments, evaluate proposed
new capital investments, and determine a fair return given the risk of an investment. These skills will be further be developed and expanded in subsequent courses.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Value assets and assess proposed investments by converting cash flows between present and future values.
LO2.
Value financial instruments such as stocks and bonds and understand the markets in which they trade.
LO3.
Determine whether a proposed new project creates value for shareholders and justify your reasoning through the application of rigorous financial analysis.
LO4.
Implement a range of asset pricing models in order to determine a fair return given the risk of a particular investment.
LO5.
In teams, assess the merits of a proposed new capital investment and prepare a detailed financial analysis and report.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination | In-Semester Exam | 30% |
In-semester Saturday 29/03/2025 - 12/04/2025
Saturday 29 March or 5 April or 12 April. Will be scheduled by the Examinations. |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Team Case Study
|
20% |
30/05/2025 2:00 pm |
| Examination | Final Exam | 50% |
End of Semester Exam Period 7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025 |
Assessment details
In-Semester Exam
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
In-semester Saturday
29/03/2025 - 12/04/2025
Saturday 29 March or 5 April or 12 April. Will be scheduled by the Examinations.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
The In-Semester exam covers material from lectures 1-5 inclusive (subject to adjustment depending on which Saturday the exam is scheduled for) and will be conducted in person on Saturday 29 March or 5 April or 12 April.
AI Statement:
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series only or UQ approved and labelled calculator |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Team Case Study
- Team or group-based
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
30/05/2025 2:00 pm
- Other conditions
- Peer assessed.
- Learning outcomes
- L03, L05
Task description
The assignment will involve project evaluation, risk and return, and/or constructing efficient frontiers. The submission should include an excel spreadsheet and a written report.
The assignment is to be completed in self-selected groups of 3 to 4 students and submitted electronically via Blackboard.
A peer review of the teamwork is part of this assessment and is required to be completed by each individual student upon submission of their assignment.
Full details, and relevant materials, will be provided on the course Blackboard site.
AI Statement:
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Online submission via Turnitin in the Blackboard Assessments link. Only one team member is to submit. All team member names and student numbers must appear on the cover page.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Final Exam
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
The final exam will be conducted in person. It is a closed book exam.
It will consist of five questions, each of which has a number of parts. Questions will cover all of the course material, but with a bias towards topics that were covered after the In-Semester exam.
AI Statement:
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series only or UQ approved and labelled calculator |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 46 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
Grades will be allocated according to University-wide standards of criterion-based assessment.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 |
Lecture |
Financial markets Introduction to the corporation and markets. Introduction to financial statements Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Week 2 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Financial Markets Learning outcomes: L01 |
Lecture |
Present value mechanics Present value, future value, annuities, perpetuities, compound interest calculations Learning outcomes: L01 |
|
Week 3 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Present value mechanics Learning outcomes: L01 |
Lecture |
Interest rates Key determinants of interest rates Learning outcomes: L01 |
|
Week 4 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Interest rates Learning outcomes: L01 |
Lecture |
Bond valuation and credit ratings Learning outcomes: L02 |
|
Week 5 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Bond valuation and credit ratings Learning outcomes: L02 |
Lecture |
Stock valuation Learning outcomes: L02 |
|
Week 6 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Stock valuation Learning outcomes: L02 |
Lecture |
Project evaluation NPV and IRR Learning outcomes: L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 7 |
Tutorial |
No Tutorials No Tutorials as In-Semester Exam week - Please note, exact scheduling will be updated when the Saturday Exam schedule is released. |
Lecture |
Saturday In-Semester Exam No Lectures as In-Semester Exam. Please note, exact scheduling will be updated when the Saturday Exam schedule is released. |
|
Week 8 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Project evaluation Learning outcomes: L04, L05 |
Lecture |
Utility theory Investor utility and mean variance preferences Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
|
Mid-sem break |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
In-Semester Break |
Week 9 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Utility theory Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Lecture |
Optimal portfolio choice Learning outcomes: L04 |
|
Week 10 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Optimal portfolio choice Labour Day Public Holiday - Monday 5 May 2025 - Check Blackboard for announcements about affected classes. Learning outcomes: L04 |
Lecture |
Cost of capital / CAPM Learning outcomes: L04 |
|
Week 11 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial - Cost of capital / CAPM Learning outcomes: L04 |
Lecture |
Investor behaviour and capital market efficiency Learning outcomes: L04 |
|
Week 12 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial -Investor behaviour & capt mkt efficiency Learning outcomes: L04 |
Lecture |
Guest Lecture / Special Topic Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
|
Week 13 (26 May - 01 Jun) |
Lecture |
Catch-up and course review Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.