IBF208 Business Finance
IBF208 Business Finance
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International Business and Finance
Admir Mešković
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course introduces students to business finance theory and practice with an emphasis on goal-setting in business entities. It provides students with an opportunity to obtain knowledge and skills in the basics of financial management, valuation of financial assets, and capital budgeting.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Keown A., Martin J., Petty W. Foundations of Finance, 9th edition 2020.
Additional Literature
Berk, J., De Marzo, P., Harford, J., Fundamentals of Corporate Finance, 3rd edition 2015.Teaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Team assignments
Team projects that involve real data, computer analysis, summary, interpretation, and reporting
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory Lecture, An Introduction to the Foundations of Financial Management | Chapter 1 |
| 2 | Non-working day | |
| 3 | The Financial Markets and Interest Rates | Chapter 2 |
| 4 | Understanding Financial Statements and Cash Flows | Chapter 3 |
| 5 | Evaluating a Firm’s Financial Performance | Chapter 4 |
| 6 | Case study 1 and Quiz 1 | |
| 7 | The Time Value of Money | Chapter 5 |
| 8 | Midterm exam | |
| 9 | The Meaning and Measurement of Risk and Return | Chapter 6 |
| 10 | The Valuation and Characteristics of Bonds | Chapter 7 |
| 11 | The Valuation and Characteristics of Stock | Chapter 8 |
| 12 | The Cost of Capital | Chapter 9 |
| 13 | Capital-Budgeting Techniques and Practice | Chapter 10 |
| 14 | Quiz 2 and Case study 2 | |
| 15 | Final exam review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBF208.1 | Course | Tuesday 09:00 - 11:50 | B F2.17 | - | - |
| IBF208.2 | Course | Monday 12:00 - 14:50 | B F1.17 | - | - |
| IBF208.1 | Tutorial | Wednesday 10:00 - 11:50 | B F1.22 | - | - |
| IBF208.2 | Tutorial | Friday 10:00 - 11:50 | B F1.22 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 15:00 - 17:00 | B F1.12 | |
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 15:00 | B F1.12 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Case studies
AI: AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 3
Quizzes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Case preparation
28 hours ⏳ (1 week × 28 h)
Final exam study
35 hours ⏳ (1 week × 35 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [IBF208] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| IBF208 | Business Finance | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | MATH100 | It is a prerequisite to | IBF311, IBF314, IBF409, IBF411, IBF412, IBF414, IBF417, IBF419 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Admir Mešković | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 15:00-17:00 Tuesday: 12:00-15:00 |
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| ameskovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Anes Kadić | Assistant E-mail | akadic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | This course introduces students to business finance theory and practice with an emphasis on goal-setting in business entities. It provides students with an opportunity to obtain knowledge and skills in the basics of financial management, valuation of financial assets, and capital budgeting. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Keown A., Martin J., Petty W. Foundations of Finance, 9th edition 2020. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Team assignments. Team projects that involve real data, computer analysis, summary, interpretation, and reporting. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory Lecture, An Introduction to the Foundations of Financial Management | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Non-working day | |||||||||
| Week 3 | The Financial Markets and Interest Rates | Chapter 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Understanding Financial Statements and Cash Flows | Chapter 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Evaluating a Firm’s Financial Performance | Chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Case study 1 and Quiz 1 | |||||||||
| Week 7 | The Time Value of Money | Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | The Meaning and Measurement of Risk and Return | Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | The Valuation and Characteristics of Bonds | Chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | The Valuation and Characteristics of Stock | Chapter 8 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | The Cost of Capital | Chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Capital-Budgeting Techniques and Practice | Chapter 10 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Quiz 2 and Case study 2 | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Final exam review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Case studies | 2 | 20 | 1, 3 | Allowed | |
| Quizzes | 2 | 20 | 1, 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| Case preparation | 28 | 1 | 28 | Final exam study | 35 | 1 | 35 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 22/02/2026 | |||||||||