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TBF310

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT II

Course Code
TBF310
Semester
Sixth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study3
SemesterSixth Term (Spring)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Understand the time value of money and the concept of interest.
  2. Define the components of interest and explain the methods used in interest calculations.
  3. Grasp the process of capital budgeting and the factors to consider in this process.
  4. Recognize and apply the methods for valuing financial securities (stocks).
  5. Explain the valuation methods for bonds and other financial securities.
  6. Gain foundational knowledge about exchange rates and forward rate predictions.
  7. Understand the concepts of portfolio management and develop effective portfolio strategies.
  8. Conduct risk and return analysis using the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) for pricing financial assets.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsTBF309 Financial Management I
Course DescriptionThis course covers fundamental financial topics, such as money, interest, capital budgeting, valuation of financial securities, exchange rates, and portfolio management. Students will learn the time value of money, components of interest, and capital budgeting processes while gaining the skills to value stocks and bonds. They will also acquire knowledge of exchange rates to develop effective portfolio management strategies and the ability to conduct risk and return analysis of financial assets.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Time value of money and interest
2nd Week Components of interest
3rd Week Capital budgeting
4th Week Capital budgeting
5th Week Capital budgeting
6th Week Valuation of securities (equity)
7th Week Valuation of securities (bonds and debentures)
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Exchange rates and forward rate forecasts
10th Week Portfolio management
11th Week Portfolio management
12th Week Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
13th Week Portfolio performance measurement
14th Week General review
Recommended or Required ReadingBabuşcu, Ş., Hazar, A., & Köksal, M. O. (2024). SPK temel finans matematiği ve değerleme yöntemleri. Akademi Consulting & Training.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 40 40
Course hours 13 3 39
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load143
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.76
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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