MODULE SPECIFICATION UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES KEY FACTS

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1 MODULE SPECIFICATION UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES KEY FACTS Module name Security Analysis Module code FR2100 School Cass Business School Department or equivalent UG Programme UK credits 15 ECTS 7.5 Level 5 Delivery location (partnership programmes only) MODULE SUMMARY Module outline and aims The course aims to provide the fundamental and advance techniques/tools to analyse security markets, measure corporate performance, estimate equity values and ultimately sharpen ones judgment regarding financial investments. The module begins with an extensive and in-depth study of financial statements seeking to explain and illustrate key aspects of corporate operations. The lectures are highly participative and there will be practical case- studies in measuring cash flows, understanding relative valuation approaches, performing residual income analysis as well as exploring equity investment tactics. Content outline - Corporate performance analysis - Financial analysis of banks and insurance firms - Earnings forecasting -Distress analysis - DCF analysis - Debt securities, ratings and financial information - Technical analysis and security performance - Information and market reaction Pre-requisite Module: AF1101 Introduction to Financial Accounting

2 WHAT WILL I BE EXPECTED TO ACHIEVE? On successful completion of this module, you will be expected to be able to: Knowledge and understanding: - Analyse the functioning of security markets - Use security analysis tools/techniques - Interpret and analyse financial statements - Appraise valuation aspects of modern investment markets Skills: - Analyse and interpret investment/financial statement data - Write descriptive and interpretative financial/investment reports - Develop effective teamwork skills - Plan, conduct and report a programme of original research in a relevant area - Formulate, examine and test hypothesis related to equity investment - Apply all acquired numerical skills in the area of equity investment - Choose the appropriate valuation technique(s) and assessment framework to make astute investment decisions - Appraise corporate performance and carry out advance equity appraisals - Demonstrate proficiency in the use of IT in the area of security markets - Interpret market anomalies and the capital allocation puzzle alongside economic precepts that have withstood the test of time - Effectively communicate in a written (reports) or a verbal way in modern security markets - Demonstrate the skills involved in the preparation and interpretation of security analysis Values and attitudes: - Use an investor-centre approach to security selection - Apply fair performance security evaluation approaches

3 HOW WILL I LEARN? A variety of learning and teaching methods will be used in this course. Lectures are used to introduce context, concepts and techniques illustrated with practical and current examples. You will also have the opportunity to participate in class discussions and work through examples and exercises with the support of the lecturer. It is strongly recommended that you attend ALL lectures. Tutorials are used to explore the concepts and practices covered in the lectures in more detail. Specifically, they are used primarily to demonstrate technical material, although some discussion and analysis will accompany the practical techniques. Tutorials take place in smaller groups and you are expected to interact with the tutor and other students. Key learning and teaching resources will be put on the module website on Moodle. In the independent study time you are encouraged to read widely and in depth around particular topics in preparation for lectures and tutorials. You may also spend time working through sample exercises and questions. In addition you will be preparing and undertaking your coursework assignments and preparing for your final examination. Teaching pattern: Teaching component Teaching type Contact Selfdirected study Placement Total student learning Lectures Lecture Totals WHAT TYPES OF ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK CAN I EXPECT? Assessments Exam (70%) and coursework (30%). Assessment pattern: Assessment component Coursework Assessment type Written assignment, including essay Weighting % Minimum qualifying mark Pass/Fail? N/A

4 Exam 2.25 Assessment criteria Written Exam N/A Assessment criteria are descriptions of the skills, knowledge or attributes you need to demonstrate in order to complete an assessment successfully and Grade-Related Criteria are descriptions of the skills, knowledge or attributes you need to demonstrate to achieve a certain grade or mark in an assessment. Assessment Criteria and Grade- Related Criteria for module assessments will be made available to you prior to an assessment taking place. More information will be available in the UG Assessment Handbook and from the module leader. Feedback on assessment Following an assessment, you will be given your marks and feedback in line with the University s Assessment Regulations and Policy. More information on the timing and type of feedback that will be provided for each assessment will be available from the module leader. Assessment Regulations The Pass mark for the module is 40%. Any minimum qualifying marks for specific assessments are listed in the table above. The weighting of the different components can also be found above. The Programme Specification contains information on what happens if you fail an assessment component or the module. INDICATIVE READING LIST From the following only the sections on Security Analysis should be taught. Foster G. (1986) Financial statement analysis. Prentice Hall. Jones C.P. (2009) Investments: Analysis and management. Wiley. Damodaran A. (2009) Damodaran on Valuation: Security Analysis for Investment and Corporate Finance. Wiley. Ellis J., D. Williams. (1993) Corporate strategy and financial analysis. FT Pitman Hooke J.C. (1999) Security analysis on Wall Street. Wiley Peterson P., F.J.Fabozzi (1999) Analysis of financial statements. FJF Associates. Rees B. (1995) Financial analysis. Prentice-Hall Weston J.F., S. Besley, E.F.Brigham (1996) Essentials of managerial finance. Dryden

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6 Appendix: see for the full list of JACS codes and descriptions CODES HESA Code Description Price Group 133 Business and Management D Studies JACS Code Description Percentage (%) N300 The study of financial systems, regulations and reporting. 100