MFIN Learning Goals and Objectives at Penn State Great Valley in Malvern, PA

Master of Finance Learning Goals and Objectives

1. The students will be proficient in core finance knowledge. They will be able to:

Analyze an organization’s financial statements and compare to industry and key competitors
Analyze and profile financial data and model uncertainties
Apply principles of valuation in corporate finance
Demonstrate a knowledge of the workings of financial markets and analyze factors affecting price determination in financial markets
Demonstrate an understanding of financial derivative markets and instruments

2. The students will understand the impact of global influences on financial decision-making. They will be able to

Demonstrate a knowledge of global financial and foreign exchange markets, and their impact on multinational enterprises

3. The students will demonstrate enhanced analytical and critical thinking skills. They will be able to

Apply quantitative and analytical knowledge to financial analysis
Identify financial risk exposure and manage financial risks with appropriate financial derivative instruments

4. The students will be effective financial decision makers. They will be able to:

Make strategic financial decisions enhancing and creating value for a firm such as through capital investment under uncertainty
Recognize and resolve ethical issues in financial decision making

5. The students will be effective communicators in finance. They will be able to: