CO 3004 Applied Finance for Value Creation

The aim of this course is for students to acquire the necessary skills to generate solution alternatives regarding the financial problems involving decision making through a set of activities such as the solution of case studies, simulation of the financial management of an enterprise through the use of FINGAME, and theoretical-practical research on financial subjects. The course will comprehensively enhance the knowledge acquired in previously taken finance courses.

CO 3003 International Banking

The aim of this course is for students to analyze current management and operation issues that the international banking system is facing in an environment of constant financial turmoil. They will examine the evolution of banks in an environment of new regulations, and the impact of the existence of tax havens, shadow banking, and money laundering.

CO 3002 International Financial Reporting Standards

The aim of this course is for students to become acquainted with the main aspects of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), which will allow them to recognize basic differences with the Mexican Financial Reporting Standards for the preparation, comprehension, and evaluation of financial statements in accordance with the aforementioned international standards.

CO 3000 Advanced Accounting

The aim of this course is for students to: (1) Analyze, evaluate, and apply accounting regulations on valuation, presentation, and disclosure related with permanent investments in securities (stocks). (2) Apply the equity method. (3) Consolidate financial statements.

CO 2090 Corporate Governance

The aim of this course is to analyze the nature, objectives, and components of corporate governance. The course covers topics such as the corporate governance framework suggested by the OECD, the implications of the Ley de Mercado de Valores (the Mexican Securities Market Law), the design and implementation of corporate governance in organizations, and the operation of the board of directors' committees.

CO 2075 Derivatives Markets

The aim of this course is for students to learn in deatil the operational characteristics, as well as the  benefits and potential risks of the utilization of contracts using futures, stock option, and other derivate financial products. The course will mainly address the problem related to the valuation of derivate instruments through the application of arbitration arguments.