This site contains 19 modules that can be used to teach various introductory and advanced finance management courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels either on campus or online. Each module consists of an introduction, learning outcomes and a reading of approximately 30 pages, along with end-of-reading problems, detailed answer keys, and lecture slides. Case studies and online discussion are also included for use in evaluating students. Capital budgeting and cost of capital are normally taught at both the introductory and advanced levels. so wo versions of the readings, slides, problems, and answer keys are provided for these modules.
Compared to typical finance textbooks, these modules provide a number of advantages besides cost. They are comprehensive and highly practical with applications relating to both small and large business enterprises. All modules are concisely written to better maintain the reader’s interest and allow them to cover more material at a faster pace. Headings, sub-headings, and bullet lists are used extensively so students can more easily follow topics and better retain important information. Finally, the end-of-chapter problems and case studies are extra challenging which teaches students how to better apply what they have learned.
Faculty are welcome to make any changes they wish to these materials before using them in their courses. Chapters are written from a Canadian perspective, but teachers from other countries are encouraged to re-write them to match their unique economic and business environments and then share them with their colleagues.
At Thompson Rivers University (TRU) these educational materials are used in six courses:
FNCE 2120: Financial Management
FNCE 4110: Advanced Financial Management for Accountants
FNCE 4120: Business Valuation and Corporate Restructuring
FNCE 4130: Advanced Financial Management
BUSN 6020: Corporate Finance
BUSN 6220: Advanced Corporate Finance
Each of the courses listed above is linked to an outline so users can see examples of how these modules can be combined to achieve different learning outcomes.
The OERs are updated annually on July 1 so users have time to incorporate the revised materials into their courses for the following academic year. Faculty are encouraged to report any errors at OERFM@tru.ca so the materials can be corrected immediately.
Any suggested revisions to the modules are also welcome including changes to the readings or new questions and case studies. Remember submissions are in the public domain if incorporated in the modules and revisions will likely be made.