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Archived Version 2012 - 2013

Module Title Equity Case Study
Module Code EF510
School DCUBS

Online Module Resources

NFQ level 9 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

To ensure that students can draw on the diverse elements of the programme to undertake a systematic investment appraisal of a listed company within a macro-economic and sectoral framework.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify key factors that determine the profitability of an industry and evaluate its outlook
2. Assess a company's position within its competitive environment and identify viable strategies
3. Determine the profit drivers, construct divisional forecasts and develop a financial model for the whole company
4. Apply valuation techniques in a critical manner to quoted companies
5. Prepare an investment report that will assess, analyse and articulate a company's outlook and value



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture2No Description
Total Workload: 2

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

None
Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment50% Examination Weight50%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

    Other Resources

    None
    Programme or List of Programmes
    MITBMSc in Investment, Treasury & Banking
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