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The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

  • understand fundamental theoretical concepts in international finance.
  • explain how foreign exchange markets function, compare exchange rate theories, and analyze how firms manage exchange rate risk.
  • explain international capital structure and assess a firm's international cost of capital.
  • examine and analyze differences between international equity and debt markets.
  • critically evaluate challenges within the international monetary system.

Contents

This course aims to provide students with basic understanding of global financial markets and their role in international business. Understanding foreign exchange rates is essential in international finance; therefore, in the first part of the course we focus on understanding exchange rate determinants and strategies for managing currency fluctuations. In the later part of the course, students will explore key areas of international corporate finance, including international cost of capital, capital budgeting and financing decisions from a multinational perspective. The course also encourages students to analyze contemporary global financial issues.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, individual work and group work. Estimated workload is about 200 hours.

Examination requirements

Approved compulsory assignment(s). More details will be posted on Canvas at the start of the semester.

Examinations

4-hour individual written examination under supervision. Assessment expression: letter grade, A-F.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

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