FIT5019 is an elective unit introduced for FIT postgraduate programs. This is a first generation entry for this unit in the re-structure of FIT postgraduate programs. This unit is replacing existing GCO5802 unit.

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07/12/2017 - Unit disestablished at FEC 5/17 Item 7.3.

FIT5019 is to provide students an opportunity to study a specialised field in IT in the Faculty's masters program.

FIT5019 is a fifth level elective unit in the faculty masters programs.

FIT5019 offers theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to Financial Modelling. The knowledge and skill acquired enable students to be competitive and informed in their further study or future employment.

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

• describe the planning phase of business operations in manufacturing and service industries;
• identify and apply control techniques to operations; and
• use and evaluate operations management related computer systems.

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ASCED Field of Education: 029999 Information Technology, Not Elsewhere Classified

Introduction to financial modelling using modern computer tools, including an introduction to Neural Networks. Computer modelling methodology, discounted cash flow analysis, risk measurement, shareholder value analysis, capital budgeting, project cash flow analysis, options pricing, technical analysis, short-term planning and financing, activity-based costing, accounts receivable and inventory, statement analysis and forecasting.

Introduction to financial modelling using modern computer tools, including an introduction to Neural Networks. Computer modelling methodology, discounted cash flow analysis, risk measurement, shareholder value analysis, capital budgeting, project cash flow analysis, options pricing, technical analysis, short-term planning and financing, activity-based costing, accounts receivable and inventory, statement analysis and forecasting.

Prescribed text

• Eugene F. Brigham and Michael C. Ehrhardt, Financial Management: Theory and Practice, 11th edition, Thomson Learning, 2005, ISBN: 0-324-25968-9.

Recommended Reading

• R. Kolb, Financial Derivatives, 2nd edition, Blackwell Publishing, 1996, ISBN: 1-557-86930-8.

• M. C. Ehrhardt and E. F. Brigham, Corporate Finance: A Focused Approach, South-Western Publishers, 2005, ISBN: 0-324-28931-6

• J. Swan, Practical Financial Modelling: A Guide to Current Practice, CIMA Publishing, 2004, ISBN: 0-750-66356-1.

• Scott, Martin, Petty and Keown, Financial Management: Principles and Applications, 10th edition, Prentice Hall, 2004, ISBN: 0-131-45065-4.

Gippsland (Off Campus Learning)

Hong Kong (Off Campus Learning)

The unit will be taught by Off Campus Learning mode using a range of web based and printed materials. Communication among unit advisor and students is mainly carried through newsgroups and email.

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Assessment for the unit consists of:

• 2 assignments with a weighting of 30%, and
• an examination with a weighting of 70%.

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12 hours per week.

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One teaching staff per semester.

Microsoft Excel

Library collections for GCO5802 will support this unit's needs

100% Gippsland School of IT

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There are no prerequisites for this unit.