COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVESThe specific course objectives are as follows:GRADINGCourse Requirements/Policies/ExpectationsResponsibilities of the StudentAttendance policyOCB/UST COURSE-RELATED POLICIESEnhancement Program for DisabilityIn compliance with the University of St. Thomas policy and disability laws, I am available to discuss academic accommodations that you may require as a student with a disability. Students are encouraged to register with the Enhancement Program-Disability Services office for disability verification and for determination of academic accommodations. Appointments can be made by calling 651-962-6315 or 800-328-6819, extension 6315. Telephone appointments are available as needed. You may also make an appointment in O’Shaughnessy Educational Center, room 119. For further information, you can locate the Enhancement Program on the web at http://www.stthomas.edu/enhancementprog/.Student Access to FacultyAcademic IntegrityExpectations of OCB StudentsDisclaimerPage 1 of 7OPUS COLLEGE OF BUSINESSOpus College of Business MissionInspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the Opus College of Businessdevelops effective, principled business leaders who think globally, actethically and create enduring value for society.FINC 321 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTCOURSENumber: FINC 321, Section 09Semester: Fall 2014Location: McNeely Hall 238Time: Tuesday 5:30 pm – 9:15 pmINSTRUCTORProfessor: Dr. Dobrina Georgieva, PhDOffice: 355 McNeely HallPhone: 651-962-5844Email: [email protected] hours: Wednesday 10 am – 12 pm and by appointmentFaculty Access Polity: I am available in my office hours and by appointment. I will respond toemail inquiries within 48 hours on regular business days. REQUIRED TEXT AND MATERIAL 1. Text: “Fundamentals of Financial Management”, 9th Edition, Eugene Brigham and JoelHouston2. PowerPoint Lecture notes (Blackboard). 3. Solutions to assigned chapter-end problems (Blackboard).4. Financial Calculator: Each student is required to have a financial calculator.Recommended - HP 10BII calculator (alternatively, Texas Instruments BAII+). You arerequired to bring the calculator to the class with you.COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVESThe objective of this class is to introduce the students to the concept of financialmanagement and offer the tools that will help them make better financial decisions. The purpose ofthe financial management is to maximize the value of the firm and this value is determined byfinancial statements. The class will focus on introducing basic finance concepts, analyzing varietyof managerial decisions and the consequences of these decisions reflected in the financialstatements. The classroom discussions will incorporate theoretical and practical application offinancial concepts.Page 2 of 7OPUS COLLEGE OF BUSINESSThe specific course objectives are as follows:Essential Objectives1. Gaining factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, and trends).2. Learning fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories.Important Objectives3. Learning to apply course material (to improve thinking, problem solving, and decisions).GRADINGGrades will be based on the following:Exam 1 20%Exam 2 20%Exam 3 20%Final Exam 25%Homework/quiz 15% Total 100%The grading scale is as follows.EXPECTATIONS REGARDING WORK OUTSIDE OF CLASSRange Grade93 -100 A90 - 92 A-88 - 89 B+83 - 87 B80 - 82 B-78 - 79 C+73 - 78 C 70 - 72 C-68 - 69 D+63 - 67 D60 - 62 D-00 - 59 FPage 3 of 7OPUS COLLEGE OF BUSINESSThis is a 4-credit course. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of 8 hours ofstudy time outside of class per week on assigned readings, written assignments, problems, caseanalyses, papers, projects and other work. It should also be noted that students may need tospend more time than this minimum requirement. The specific readings, assignments, problems,cases, papers, projects and other work are listed in this syllabus and in any supplementalmaterials provided by the instructor. Course Requirements/Policies/Expectations Use of “portable devices” is prohibited during class. These devices should be switched off and completely and put away in the backpack/purse.  Make-up exams will be given for documented excused absences only  It is your responsibility to check your email daily and follow documents posted on BlackBoardResponsibilities of the Student Class attendance is essential. Due to the cumulative nature of the course material you willnot be able to successfully complete this course by cramming for exams. You are responsible for anything covered during class time.  Please review the assigned material before class. Reading the chapter from the book corresponding to the lecture topic will greatly assist your understanding of the lecture andallow you to take selective notes in class. Try to attempt each chapter's problems. While some of the problems will be discussed in class it is your responsibility to practice the rest of the problems from the book. This course relies on what the student has learned in previous economics, statistics, and accounting courses. Be prepared to see such material integrated into the content of the course and the exams.Attendance policy As per UST policy, the maximum number of excused absences allowed is three class sessions. All unexcused absences will be considered absences. Any excused absence must be supported through written documentation (such as doctors’notes) before any make-up exam can be administered. As per UST policy, attendance on the first day of classes is mandatory, and anyone who isabsent on the first day will be dropped.Page 4 of 7OPUS COLLEGE OF BUSINESSOCB/UST COURSE-RELATED POLICIES Enhancement Program for DisabilityIn compliance with the University of St. Thomas policy and disability laws, I am available todiscuss academic accommodations that you may require as a student with a disability. Studentsare encouraged to register with the Enhancement Program-Disability Services office fordisability verification and for determination of academic accommodations. Appointments can bemade by calling 651-962-6315 or 800-328-6819, extension 6315. Telephone appointments areavailable as needed. You may also make an appointment in O’Shaughnessy Educational Center,room 119. For further