IF2221 Corporate Finance IBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGNGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementBologna CommissionNational Qualifications
TEXTILE AND FASHION DESIGN
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
IF2221 Corporate Finance I Spring 3 0 3 4
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. BAHAR KÖSEOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. NİYAZİ BERK
Prof. Dr. HAKKI ÖZTÜRK
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This is the first course of two consecutive corporate finance courses in the second year which aims to provide the student with the basic tools for making financial decisions. This course will introduce the student to basic financial theory and concepts of corporate finance. This course will also ensure an understanding of relationship between financial theory and its practices. The student is expected to learn all the basic tenets of financial management at the end of these two courses. In this course, more of the emphasis will be on financial algebra, the logic behind the valuation of fixed and variable income securities and basic financial ratios.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Gain comprehensive knowledge of the basic tenets of corporate finance
2. Learn financial algebra
3. Understood the valuation of fixed income securities
4. Acquired extensive knowledge of common stocks and dividend discount model
5. Analyse balance sheet and income statement

Course Content

corporate finance, financial statements, financial leverage and operating leverage, pricing of securities
Teaching methods of the course are “Lecture, Individual Study, Reading, Problem Solving, Discussion”

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course Overview, Review of the Syllabus, and course requirement
2) Interest Rates: Real versus Nominal Simple and Compounded Interest Rates
3) Factors that Determine Interest Rates Time Value of Money, Present and Future Value
4) Annuity and Perpetuity, Concepts of Risk, Return and Discount Factor
5) What is Corporate Finance? Forms of Business Organization, The Goal of Financial Management, The Agency Problem, Shareholder Wealth Maximization, Financial Markets and the Corporation
6) Valuation of Fixed Income Securities Characteristics of Bonds and T-Bills, The Valuation of Bonds and T-bills, The Relationship Between Bond Prices and Interest Rates
7) Valuation of Fixed Income Securities Characteristics of Bonds and T-Bills, The Valuation of Bonds and T-bills, The Relationship Between Bond Prices and Interest Rates
8) Midterm
9) Valuation of Common Stocks How Common Stocks Are Traded, Basic Characteristics of Stocks, Preferred Stocks, Capitalization Rate, The Basic Issues about Common Stock Valuation
10) Dividend Based Stock Valuation Models, Gordon Dividend Growth Model
11) Overview of Financial Statements The Balance Sheet:Assets, Liabilities and Equity, Net Working Capital, Debt versus Equity Financing, Income Statement
12) Some Primary Concepts: Market Value, Book Value, Nominal Value, Asset Value, Net Asset Value Basic Finacial Ratios
13) Short Term Financial Management and Working Capital Management Short Term Financial Planning
14) Some Aspects of Short-Term Financial Policy, Short Term Borrowing, Cash Management, Credit and Receivables, Inventory Management

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Principles of Corporate Finance by Brealey and Myres, 7th Edition.

Essentials of Corporate Finance by Ross, Westerfield and Jordan, 6th Edition.

Finansal Yönetim by Prof. Dr. Niyazi Berk (Turkish Book)




References: Other required documents will be uploaded in ITSLearning.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Midterms 1 2.5 2.5
Final 1 2.5 2.5
Total Workload 100

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Understands the principles of artistic creation and basic design and applies the art and design objects he creates within this framework.
2) Conducts the multifaceted research required for textile and fashion design processes and analyzes and interprets the results.
3) Creates original and applicable fabric, clothing and pattern designs by using elements from different historical periods and cultures in accordance with his purpose.
4) Recognizes textile raw materials and equipments.
5) Uses computer programs effectively in the garment and fabric surface design process.
6) Has professional technical knowledge regarding the implementation of clothing designs and production; In this context, recognizes and uses technological tools and equipment.
7) Understands the importance of interdisciplinary interaction and communication in textile and clothing design-production-presentation processes and reflects this on the processes.
8) Works in a programmed and disciplined manner in professional practices.
9) Realizes the necessity of lifelong learning to maintain his productivity, creativity and professional competence.
10) Understands, adopts and applies ethical responsibilities in professional practices; Has knowledge of relevant legal regulations.
11) Establishes effective visual, written and verbal communication in the field of textile and fashion design.
12) Reflects his knowledge on current and contemporary issues from all fields to his professional theoretical and practical studies on textile and clothing design; Understands the social and universal effects of these issues.
13) Has sufficient awareness about social justice, environmental awareness, quality culture and protection of cultural values.