FINC 623 Business Valuation (2)

This course examines methods for measuring and managing the value of companies. Valuation strategies discussed and applied include discounted cash flow, discounted abnormal earnings, comparables (firms and transactions), liquidation, replacement, and book value. These valuation strategies are applied to mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring for domestic and international transactions. Financial strategies and calculation of the cost of capital also are discussed, developed, and applied to valuation problems. Prerequisite(s): Full-Time– ACCT 591 Financial Accounting (2) or ACCT 620 Accounting (3) and FINC 614 Corporate Finance (4) or FINC 629 Managerial Finance (3). Part Time– FINC 655 Financial Management of the Firm (4) or FINC 603 Managing Corporate Financial Resources (4)

Grading Basis: Graded