Slide 1Overview of Financial ManagementKeys to SuccessWeekly HomeworkWeekly QuizClass SyllabusTextbookExaminationsExpectationsMyFinanceLabQuestions?BA 360Introduction to Financial ManagementOverview of Financial ManagementIntroductionKeys to SuccessStay up in class (complete assignments on time each and every week – both homework and quizzes)Class Structure – Self paced each week but each week is designated by instructorText – Financial Management: Core ConceptsExams – On line with time restrictionsExpectationsRead the text and review the slides each weekSubmit all homework and quizzes by due datesKeys to SuccessRead Ahead of LecturesUse syllabus and PowerPoint to helpBring questions to class on materialDo All Assigned ProblemsHomework problems are required and designed to help you master the materialTest yourself with other questions (Prepping for the Exam Questions have answers in back of book)Do not get “stuck” in endless loop on a problemPhilosophy - this course is basic intuition but with a new language…Weekly HomeworkEvery Week you will have a homework set on that week’s material. The homework is by individual chapter but you may have one or two chapters each week.The homework will open every Monday at 4:00 p.m. so you have essentially four days to complete the homework.You will have three attempts on each homework question. On your third attempt that answer will be locked in as your final answer.There are various help functions in MyFinanceLab. One is help me solve this question. It will provide step by step procedures for a similar problem. Please look over MyFinanceLab for all the help functions.If you think there is a problem with the grading or tolerance for the answer please e-mail me so I can help resolve the issue.Weekly QuizEvery Week you will have a quiz on that week’s material. The quiz is 90 minutes in length and is due by Sunday 11:00 p.m.The quiz will open every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. so you have essentially three days to take the quiz.You should review the weekly homework prior to taking the quiz.You can do the prepping for exam questions at the end of each chapter to prepare for the weekly quiz.Class SyllabusChapter Assignments We will try and stay on schedule but… Changes will be posted on MyFinanceLabHomework and Quiz AssignmentsMap to timing from lectures (which are outlined on the PowerPoint slides in the syllabus)Most problems are directly from examples in the book You must complete the weekly homework assignments (all assignments for that week) before you can attempt the quiz. The homework assignments act as prerequisites for the weekly quiz.TextbookFinancial Management: Core ConceptsApproachEquations, Calculators and SpreadsheetsPersonal examples as a segue to business applicationsWritten for this audienceSpecial Features for youFinance Follies – Real World Issues and Examples Putting Finance to Work – Relations to other disciplinesComments on the text are also welcomeAgain forward comments to me, both positive and negative.ExaminationsOn LineQuestions will be more difficultEfficient use of time a mustNotes are your friends…think about how best to use them at lecture time, not when you study for examCalculatorsImportant toolKnow your calculator…Computer/LaptopsBe sure to make sure you have a good connection for all exams. If you have a problem during an exam, please e-mail as soon as possible or call (541-737-3692)Expectations PerformanceOn time for all assignmentsNotify me if examination will be missed prior to examine (if at all possible)Professional AttitudePlease understand that this is a business class and that all communications should be handled in a professional manner. Issues are much easier to solve when we treat each other with respect and courtesy.Ethics – Do your own work…this is the time to build your skill setMyFinanceLabEveryone is required to enroll in MyFinanceLab All homework and quizzes will be on MyFinanceLabThere is an access code for MyFinanceLabAccess code comes with new book purchaseAccess code may be purchased at OSU bookstoreAccess code may be purchased at MyFinanceLabThe course number in MyFinanceLab is:XL0S 2198 101Y 8QV2 (E-Campus Section Only)Questions?LectureHomeworkQuizzesTextExaminationsMyFinanceLabOtherPLEASE, sign up as soon as possible for MyFinanceLab, if problems e-mail
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