Time value of money; using Present Value; Future Value and Annuity tables. Capital Structure: a review of Miller & Modigliani Propositions and the Empirical Evidence. Asset Pricing Models: a brief review. Measurement of the Cost of Capital. Capital Budgeting: the Process and the Appraisal Techniques. Dividend policy: Theory and Empirical Evidence. Introduction to Derivatives and Risk Management/Hedging. Securitisation. Mergers, Acquisitions and corporate restructuring. Introduction to Fixed Income Securities. Credit risk and Credit Ratings. Working capital management.
