FIN8104 International Financial Management (FOBUS)

Semester 2 (ONC)Toowoomba (EXT)Toowoomba

Units 1.0 (Banking and Finance) Band 3A

It is recommended that students complete FIN5000 or FIN8101 prior to enrolling in FIN8104. Students are required to have access to a personal computer, e-mail capabilities and Internet access to USQConnect. Current details of computer requirements can be found at <http://www.usq.edu.au/business/aboutfob.htm>.

Synopsis

This course covers the concepts and mechanics of international money and capital markets. It includes exchange rate dynamics and forecasting, discussion of exchange rate risk and exposure management, sources of International Finance and international capital budgeting techniques. The course will also include an assessment of the implications of taxation in international business decision making, and foreign investment and exchange controls.