Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- draw up financial forecasts
- solve managerial and financial problems at strategic level with the help of real life cases and appropriate
tools

Implementation and methods of teaching

The course is implemented utilising case method. Classes are organised on campus, but online attendance (through Zoom) is also possible. Case method requires active participation in the class sessions (either on campus or online) and intensive teamwork.

Timing and attendance

The course is implemented between 17 Jan and 25 Mar 2022.

Learning material and recommended literature

Material to be provided by the lecturer (case reports + related reading).

Alternative completion methods

There are no alternative completion methods for this course.

Learning environment

Moodle, Campus/Zoom, case teams

Student time use and work load

5 credits corresponds to a workload of approximately 135 hours.

Contents

In this course, students will learn to apply financial knowledge and tools in real-life cases. Topics covered in the cases include financial statement analysis and action planning based on that, funding options for a start-up, preparation of projected income statement, balance sheet and cash budget, as well as Balanced Scorecard as a performance measurement tool.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Previous knowledge: Basic knowledge in financial and management accounting and corporate finance (recommended courses: Accounting and Management Accounting, Corporate Finance)

Assessment criteria

Evaluation is based on case reports and presentations.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student does not reach the learning objectives.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student reaches the learning objectives, but with a minimum required level. More detailed assessment criteria is provided for each case separately.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to apply financial knowledge and tools in solving the cases. More detailed assessment criteria is provided for each case separately.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student is able to apply financial knowledge and tools in solving the cases in a versatile and professional way. More detailed assessment criteria is provided for each case separately.