Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian.

Learning outcomes

After completing this course, the student should be able to:
  • Understand basic economics and corporate financial topics
  • Analyze and perform financial and economic calculations as a basis for business decisions
  • Understand the holistic aspects of a firms economy, social and ethical issues, certain sustainability goals and the importance of good managerial accounting

Contents

  • Cost / Income and Market theory
  • Cost calculations and Management accounting models
  • Introduction to financial accounting
  • Working capital and Capital budgeting
  • Financial mathematics and Cost of capital
  • Investment and profitability analysis including tax, inflation, capital structure and risk (CAPM)
  • Use of Excel in profitability analysis

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and exercises

Examination requirements

Passed compulsory assignment(s)

Examinations

Written examination, 4 hours. Graded assesment.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Oct. 15, 2026 7:30:58 AM