University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 2 | Credits: 5

To develop the knowledge and skills associated with having an appreciation of financial management applicable to the hotel industry in relation to investment, financing and working capital management.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Show a clear understanding of how financial management and analysis affect the operations and decisions of a business entity.
  2. Demonstrate competency in applying financial management techniques to a variety of situations and interpret the results of such techniques.
  3. Appraise and assess commercial opportunities that may arise for an entity within a business environment.
  4. Understand the source and application of alternative forms of finance available to business entities.
  5. Be able to discuss the role and purpose of the financial management function.
  6. Be able to discuss and apply working capital management techniques.
  7. Be able to explain and calculate cost of capital and what factors effect it.
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (25%)
  • Department-based Assessment (75%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module SC3204: "Business Finance" and is valid from 2018 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.