This module studies the financial operation of the multinational corporation in an environment of open and integrated financial markets. The module will cover a selection of the following topics: global objectives of the MNC, differences between foreign and domestic investment, the financing of international projects, trades, and investment strategy by MNC. Sourcing of subsidiary financing, Treasury management by MNC. International mergers and acquisitions, management of country risk.

Class Test 2 hours weighted at 100%, (Tests All Learning Outcomes)

Eun, C. and B. G. Resnick, (2007) International Financial Management, Fourth Edition, McGraw-Hill/Irwin.

Madura, Jeff (2006) International Financial Management, 8th Edition Thomson/ South Western.

The learning strategy for the module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment), of which 36 hours will be class support and 114 hours will be independent and self-directed study.

The lecture/tutorial pattern may vary with some activities taking place in medium size group workshops.

Lectures to impart the central ideas of international corporate finance as applied to the multinational corporation and seminar group sessions, which will tackle a wide range of problems, both numerical and case study based.

Books and academic journals housed in the library
Access to the internet