ACC2007 : Responsible Corporate Finance
ACC2007 : Responsible Corporate Finance
- Offered for Year: 2025/26
- Module Leader(s): Dr Mamiza Haq
- Lecturer: Dr Minh Nguyen
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
Equivalent Stage 1 Maths Statistics module
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
None
Aims
This module aims for develop an understanding of responsible corporate finance by examining analytical frameworks for the knowledge of the firm's major financing decisions by considering the theoretical models that explain these decisions. The module also examines Finance and Professional Codes of Conduct & Ethics, using real world examples to highlight professional behaviours and the changing ESG environment that accountants and treasurers are now expected to operate in.
Outline Of Syllabus
1- Scope and nature of corporate finance
2- Valuation of debt and equity
3- Security and portfolio analysis
4- Capital market efficiency
5- Asset pricing models and their applications
6- Raising Capital: Debt and Equity
7- Risk Management: Options, FRA's and Futures
8- Capital structure
9- Dividend policy
10- Finance, ESG and Professional Codes of Conduct & Ethics
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
By the end of the module students will be able to
- Demonstrate critical understanding of theories and models in finance, and the way they are developed.
- Evaluate the key financial decisions faced by a firm and how theories can inform practice.
- Compare different approaches to solve financial problems and the ability to critically evaluate them under different circumstances.
- Analyse, summarize and interpret academic research for financial decision making.
Intended Skill Outcomes
By the end of the module students will acquire the following skills:
- Quantitative skills in financial analysis and projections
- Critical discussion with evidence
- Effective communication
- Solve structured and unstructured problems
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 14 | 2:00 | 28:00 | 14 Present-In-Person Lectures. 7 per semester |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 64:00 | 64:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 50:00 | 50:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 6 | 1:00 | 6:00 | 6 Present-in-Person small group seminars. 3 per semester. |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Drop-in/surgery | 2 | 1:00 | 2:00 | 2 x 1 PiP hour Exam Q&A Drop In Sessions. 1 per semester, timetabled at end of each semester. |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 50:00 | 50:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lecture materials are designed to provide an introduction and exposition of key models, research and financial decisions
Private study enables students to develop this in more detail.
Scehduled contact time provides an opportunity for students to work individually and in groups to discuss reading and work through problem questions. Group sessions provide an opportunity for students to develop their problem solving skills
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 180 | 2 | A | 100 | N/A |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | Practice questions provided |
| Prob solv exercises | 2 | M | Practice questions provided |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The formal examination assesses the students' intended knowledge and skills outcomes as well as problem solving, numeracy and written communication skills.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- ACC2007's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- ACC2007's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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