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<p>This project-based unit aims to prepare students to work in entry level positions within finance departments of companies or financial advisory organisations. Working in teams, students will focus on projects based on assessing the debt/loan funding requirements of a company for new capital expenditure. Students will perform an analysis of a sector and an associated company’s financial performance (solvency, profitability, and liquidity). As a result, students will assess project cash flows, advise management on project viability, and prepare a loan application. Successful completion of this unit will assist students to work effectively in teams, prepare for a range of entry-level roles within the finance function of an organisation or act as a junior financial advisor. Students will also learn how to prepare Project Finance Reports or Business Plans as required by clients.</p>
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<p>Sprint 1 (2 Weeks)</p>
<p>Analyse a company’s financial performance, focusing on liquidity, profitability, solvency, and history to assess efficiency and growth potentials.</p>
<p>Sprint 2 (2 Weeks)</p>
<p>Study and analyse the project's funding requirements, timelines, and capex details. Develop a capex feasibility report.</p>
<p>Sprint 3 (2 Weeks)</p>
<p>Analyse market structure, competition, and industry dynamics. Conduct a comparative study and present the findings.</p>
<p>Sprint 4 (2 Weeks)</p>
<p>Perform detailed project finance analysis, calculate key financial metrics for the next five years, and prepare a viability report.</p>
<p>Sprint 5 (2 Weeks)</p>
<p>Develop a financial model for cash flow projections, using discounted/non-discounted cash flow techniques, execute stress tests, and assess risk factors.</p>
<p>Sprint 6 (2 Weeks)</p>
<p>Finalize the project report, integrating financial analysis and justifications for the loan application. Present findings to stakeholders.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This project-based unit aims to prepare students to work in entry level positions within finance departments of companies or financial advisory organisations. Working in teams, students will focus on projects based on assessing the debt/loan funding requirements of a company for new capital expenditure. Students will perform an analysis of a sector and an associated company’s financial performance (solvency, profitability, and liquidity). As a result, students will assess project cash flows, advise management on project viability, and prepare a loan application. Successful completion of this unit will assist students to work effectively in teams, prepare for a range of entry-level roles within the finance function of an organisation or act as a junior financial advisor. Students will also learn how to prepare Project Finance Reports or Business Plans as required by clients.</p>
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<p>Sprint 1 (2 Weeks)</p> <p>Analyse a company’s financial performance, focusing on liquidity, profitability, solvency, and history to assess efficiency and growth potentials.</p> <p>Sprint 2 (2 Weeks)</p> <p>Study and analyse the project's funding requirements, timelines, and capex details. Develop a capex feasibility report.</p> <p>Sprint 3 (2 Weeks)</p> <p>Analyse market structure, competition, and industry dynamics. Conduct a comparative study and present the findings.</p> <p>Sprint 4 (2 Weeks)</p> <p>Perform detailed project finance analysis, calculate key financial metrics for the next five years, and prepare a viability report.</p> <p>Sprint 5 (2 Weeks)</p> <p>Develop a financial model for cash flow projections, using discounted/non-discounted cash flow techniques, execute stress tests, and assess risk factors.</p> <p>Sprint 6 (2 Weeks)</p> <p>Finalize the project report, integrating financial analysis and justifications for the loan application. Present findings to stakeholders.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Business
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
081199 - Banking, Finance and Related Fields, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpacc3008">View unit fees</a>
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Critically evaluate and integrate multifaceted factors influencing a company's liquidity, profitability, and solvency, and perform comparative analysis against sector performance benchmarks to assess financial stability, efficiency and growth potential. </p>
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<p>Conduct an in-depth assessment of debt/loan funding requirements for capital expenditure projects, incorporating considerations of project sustainability, detailed risk analysis, and long-term financial impacts. </p>
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<p>Synthesize and apply advanced knowledge of financial performance analysis to inform strategic decision-making and problem-solving within complex project finance contexts.</p>
S1
<p>Conduct thorough and nuanced analyses of complex financial statements and reports, applying advanced peer benchmarking techniques and industry standards to derive actionable insights. </p>
S2
<p>Facilitate effective collaboration within cross-functional teams to develop detailed project viability analyses and comprehensive financial reports, utilizing sophisticated decision-making frameworks. </p>
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<p>Employ financial modelling techniques to create and evaluate dynamic simulations of project cash flows, assess risk profiles, and design stress-test scenarios for robust project sustainability assessments.</p>
A1
<p>Develop an advanced financial analysis report that rigorously justifies the project's viability, including a critical evaluation of liquidity, profitability, and solvency, with detailed comparisons to industry standards and sector-specific benchmarks. </p>
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<p>Design and implement a sophisticated financial model for cash flow projections, incorporating comprehensive assumptions such as revenue growth trajectories, capital expenditures, and terminal value considerations. </p>
A3
<p>Lead the development of a detailed project loan application report, integrating advanced financial projections, sustainability evaluations, and strategic risk management plans to support informed decision-making.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Financial analysis and project funding requirements</p>
<p>Group Report and Presentation</p>
<p>25-30%</p>
K1, S1, S2, S3, A1
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<p>Create model (in Excel spreadsheet) for the cash flow projections using assumptions of growth, revenues, capital, cashflows, and Terminal Value - report presentation by the team</p>
<p>Team report and presentation</p>
<p>25-30%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3
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<p>Project report writing justifying project viability against the proposed loan application - report presentation by the team</p>
<p>Team report and presentation</p>
<p>50-60%</p>
K1, S1, S2, S3, A2, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
FedTASK
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Business
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
081199 - Banking, Finance and Related Fields, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpacc3008">View unit fees</a>
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