This course builds on RSM5301H Finance 1. It introduces additional decision-making paradigms and provides further practical applications. Topics include Management Objectives, Capital Structure, Capital Raising, Payout Policy, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Valuation. The goal is to learn how to understand and analyze key financial decisions made by corporations.

The course will be challenging. Each student individually is expected to acquire the basic skills of financial analysis and decision making. In addition, the course encourages group learning so that all can benefit from the wide range of expertise that class members bring to the program. For each session, students are expected to be prepared for class and to participate in class discussions. Class participation is an integral part of the learning process as the course will be interactive and applied. We will discuss applications, case studies, and practical examples throughout the course. I encourage you to send me current topics of interest to discuss in class.