ACFI3008
10 units
3000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course introduces key valuation theories for financial statement analysis. The primary emphasis is on fundamental valuation, with a focus on developing and applying methods for valuing equity. Topics include the residual earnings model and the abnormal earnings growth model.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Newcastle City Precinct
- Semester 1 - 2024
Singapore PSB
- Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore)
Nurture - Van Lang University
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Critically analyse and evaluate information contained within financial statements to conduct business analysis
2. Describe and apply various valuation theories for security valuation
3. Conduct accounting analysis, financial analysis and forecasting
4. Demonstrate critical thinking, analytical and problem solving skills in the context of financial statement analysis
Content
The content of this course includes the following:
- Business analysis using financial statements
- Accounting analysis
- Financial analysis
- Forecasting
- Equity valuation
Assumed knowledge
ACFI1002 Accounting Principles and ACFI1003 Introduction to Finance
Assessment items
Quiz: Quiz
Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Weekly tasks
Presentation: Group Assignment Presentation - Interim Report Presentation
Written Assignment: Group Written Assignment
Formal Examination: Final Examination
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Students are expected to complete 4 hours of guided learning via online preparation, lectures, interactive workshops, tutorials, discussion groups or self-directed learning and an additional 6 hours of independent study per week.
Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) - Singapore PSB
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Students are expected to complete 4 hours of guided learning via online preparation, lectures, interactive workshops, tutorials, discussion groups or self-directed learning and an additional 6 hours of independent study per week.
Semester 2 - 2024 - Nurture - Van Lang University
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Students are expected to complete 4 hours of guided learning via online preparation, lectures, interactive workshops, tutorials, discussion groups or self-directed learning and an additional 6 hours of independent study per week.
Course outline
- ACFI3008 - Semester 1, 2024 (Ncle) (PDF, 249.5 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.