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What is the primary goal of financial management in a corporation?
What is the primary goal of financial management in a corporation?
- To make financial decisions that add value (correct)
- To minimize operational costs
- To maximize employee satisfaction
- To provide donations to charity
The Federal Reserve System aims to increase interest rates to promote job growth.
The Federal Reserve System aims to increase interest rates to promote job growth.
False (B)
Name one career opportunity in the area of Money and Banking.
Name one career opportunity in the area of Money and Banking.
Mortgages or commercial lending
The Federal Reserve adjusts the money supply to achieve a specific ______.
The Federal Reserve adjusts the money supply to achieve a specific ______.
Match the following areas of finance with their descriptions:
Match the following areas of finance with their descriptions:
Which of the following roles may utilize finance tools?
Which of the following roles may utilize finance tools?
Investment professionals only serve large corporations and have no role with individual clients.
Investment professionals only serve large corporations and have no role with individual clients.
What is one effect of banks lending to small businesses?
What is one effect of banks lending to small businesses?
What is a primary advantage of a sole proprietorship?
What is a primary advantage of a sole proprietorship?
A sole proprietor has limited personal liability for business debts.
A sole proprietor has limited personal liability for business debts.
Name one challenge that a sole proprietorship may face when raising capital.
Name one challenge that a sole proprietorship may face when raising capital.
In a partnership, a ______ partner faces unlimited liability.
In a partnership, a ______ partner faces unlimited liability.
What is a disadvantage common to both sole proprietorships and partnerships?
What is a disadvantage common to both sole proprietorships and partnerships?
The life of a sole proprietorship automatically extends after the owner's death.
The life of a sole proprietorship automatically extends after the owner's death.
What are two types of partners in a partnership?
What are two types of partners in a partnership?
Match the following business forms with their characteristic:
Match the following business forms with their characteristic:
Why does a firm with increased fixed payment have greater volatility in earnings?
Why does a firm with increased fixed payment have greater volatility in earnings?
Diversification means investing in a single asset to maximize returns.
Diversification means investing in a single asset to maximize returns.
What is the primary lesson learned from the Enron Corporation's financial collapse?
What is the primary lesson learned from the Enron Corporation's financial collapse?
In our economy, around ___% of businesses are sole proprietorships.
In our economy, around ___% of businesses are sole proprietorships.
Which business type typically generates the highest sales revenue?
Which business type typically generates the highest sales revenue?
Match the type of business organization with its characteristic:
Match the type of business organization with its characteristic:
Most students will likely work for a sole proprietorship during their careers.
Most students will likely work for a sole proprietorship during their careers.
In the context of investment, how does diversification help investors?
In the context of investment, how does diversification help investors?
What is the primary goal of financial management?
What is the primary goal of financial management?
Investment banking typically requires associates to work 40 hours per week.
Investment banking typically requires associates to work 40 hours per week.
What role does a portfolio or fund manager play in investments?
What role does a portfolio or fund manager play in investments?
Investment banks help firms create value by pitching ______ that lead to transactions.
Investment banks help firms create value by pitching ______ that lead to transactions.
Match the following careers with their primary functions:
Match the following careers with their primary functions:
Which of the following is NOT a type of investment service mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of investment service mentioned?
Advisory services are only available for large corporations.
Advisory services are only available for large corporations.
What is one challenge faced by financial managers?
What is one challenge faced by financial managers?
What is a key characteristic of a limited partner in a partnership?
What is a key characteristic of a limited partner in a partnership?
A corporation can be formed without incorporating it with a state government.
A corporation can be formed without incorporating it with a state government.
What must the firm agreement in a partnership allow for when a partner leaves?
What must the firm agreement in a partnership allow for when a partner leaves?
An ______ is preferred by many small business owners due to its limited liability and managerial flexibility.
An ______ is preferred by many small business owners due to its limited liability and managerial flexibility.
Match the business structure with its characteristic:
Match the business structure with its characteristic:
Which of the following best describes the role of shareholders in a corporation?
Which of the following best describes the role of shareholders in a corporation?
A partnership can experience difficulties when a partner wants to retire or leave the business.
A partnership can experience difficulties when a partner wants to retire or leave the business.
What do shares of stock represent in a corporation?
What do shares of stock represent in a corporation?
What is the main advantage of a corporation that relates to investors?
What is the main advantage of a corporation that relates to investors?
Corporations face double taxation, which means both the net income and dividends are taxed.
Corporations face double taxation, which means both the net income and dividends are taxed.
Name one reason why corporations have easier access to capital.
Name one reason why corporations have easier access to capital.
One disadvantage of the corporate form is ______, which affects the overall return to shareholders.
One disadvantage of the corporate form is ______, which affects the overall return to shareholders.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the corporate form?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the corporate form?
Investors in corporations are generally risk-seeking.
Investors in corporations are generally risk-seeking.
What is one potential project an entrepreneur might consider in project finance?
What is one potential project an entrepreneur might consider in project finance?
Flashcards
Money and Banking
Money and Banking
Bringing borrowers and lenders together, facilitating transactions between them. Acts as an economic engine by providing loans that create jobs and cash flows in local economies.
Financial Intermediary
Financial Intermediary
A financial intermediary that connects borrowers and lenders, facilitating financial transactions.
Federal Reserve System
Federal Reserve System
The central banking system of the United States, responsible for managing the money supply and influencing interest rates.
Money Supply
Money Supply
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Interest Rates
Interest Rates
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Investments
Investments
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Investment Advisors
Investment Advisors
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Business Opportunity
Business Opportunity
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Investment Banking
Investment Banking
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Portfolio or Fund Manager
Portfolio or Fund Manager
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Financial Management
Financial Management
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Financial Manager
Financial Manager
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Maximizing Shareholder Wealth
Maximizing Shareholder Wealth
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Maximizing Shareholder Wealth (Core Principle)
Maximizing Shareholder Wealth (Core Principle)
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Increased Financial Volatility due to Fixed Debt
Increased Financial Volatility due to Fixed Debt
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Higher Expected Return with Increased Debt
Higher Expected Return with Increased Debt
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Diversification
Diversification
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Sole Proprietorship
Sole Proprietorship
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Partnership
Partnership
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Corporation
Corporation
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Limited Liability
Limited Liability
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Capital Raising Through Stock Sales
Capital Raising Through Stock Sales
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Unlimited Liability (Sole Proprietorship)
Unlimited Liability (Sole Proprietorship)
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Unlimited Liability (Partnership)
Unlimited Liability (Partnership)
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General Partner
General Partner
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Limited Partner
Limited Partner
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Life of a Sole Proprietorship
Life of a Sole Proprietorship
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Financing Challenges (Sole Proprietorship)
Financing Challenges (Sole Proprietorship)
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Ease of Access to Capital
Ease of Access to Capital
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Ease of Ownership Transfer
Ease of Ownership Transfer
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Double Taxation
Double Taxation
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Project Finance
Project Finance
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Generate Ideas and Proposals
Generate Ideas and Proposals
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Estimate Cash Flows
Estimate Cash Flows
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Incremental Cash Flows
Incremental Cash Flows
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Limited Partnership
Limited Partnership
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Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
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Stock
Stock
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Board of Directors
Board of Directors
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Corporate Charter
Corporate Charter
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Loss of a Partner in a Partnership
Loss of a Partner in a Partnership
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Study Notes
Financial Management Introduction
- The field of finance encompasses various industries, with financial management focusing on corporate decision-making for value creation.
- Finance skills are applicable across diverse roles, from human resources to information technology to brand management, impacting various business decisions.
- Financial management seeks to maximize the wealth of shareholders by making informed decisions regarding projects and capital financing.
Areas of Finance
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Money and Banking:
- Banks act as financial intermediaries, connecting borrowers and lenders.
- Local banks foster economic growth through loans to small businesses.
- The Federal Reserve System regulates money supply and interest rates to stabilize the economy.
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Investments:
- Investments involve valuing and managing assets, encompassing advisory services for individuals and portfolio/fund management for institutions.
- Investment banking provides financial services to corporations.
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Financial Management:
- This function manages the daily operations of a firm.
- It encompasses a wide range of tasks, such as inventory management, pricing, hiring, and other activities.
- Fundamental goal is to maximize shareholder wealth.
Guiding Principles of Finance
- Maximization of Wealth:
- Firms aim to maximize the economic well-being of investors.
- This principle is not absolute, and other goals (e.g., social impact) can sometimes supersede it.
- Time Value of Money:
- Future cash flows are valued differently from present ones, due to the potential for investment returns. The principle is crucial when estimating and comparing the value of projects.
- Risk and Return:
- Higher risk often correlates with higher potential returns, impacting investors' choices.
- Leverage:
- Leverage refers to using external financing (debt) to fund a business. Greater leverage presents higher risk and greater potential return.
- Diversification:
- Diversifying investments across different assets helps mitigate the potential for significant losses if one investment fails.
Types of Business Organizations
- Sole Proprietorship:
- A single owner has unlimited liability, which can pose significant risks.
- Relatively easy to start.
- Partnership:
- Two or more individuals share ownership and responsibility. Features are similar to sole proprietorships.
- Corporation:
- Considered a separate legal entity from its owners offering limited liability.
- Easier access to capital due to the presence of multiple investors and generally higher credit worth.
- Tax implications (e.g., double taxation) are often a consideration.
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This quiz covers the basics of financial management and its significance in corporate decision-making. Explore key areas within finance, including money and banking, investments, and the role of financial intermediaries. Understand how these concepts contribute to maximizing shareholder wealth and making informed business decisions.
