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FINA3351

Spreadsheet financial modeling

Faculty of Business and Economics

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Course summary

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FINA3351 — Spreadsheet financial modeling is generally perceived as easy to pass with generous grading, though some find it challenging due to a heavy workload and uninteresting lectures. The course focuses on Excel VBA skills and financial modeling, making it suitable for those interested in quantitative finance.

Grading

Grading is described as generous, with many students easily achieving high grades despite the workload. However, the final exam can be tough, especially if you don't practice speed and accuracy.

Workload

The course has a mixed workload; some find it light while others feel overwhelmed by the number of questions in the final exam. Homeworks are often perfect scores, but tutorials include unannounced quizzes.

Assessments

Assessments include homeworks (4), tutorials with quizzes, and an open-book final exam with tight time limits. The course also covers financial statements and derivatives modeling.

Teaching

Teaching is described as clear by some, while others find it unengaging and hard to follow. Professor Meng is generally praised for his clarity and helpfulness.

Tips

Practice speed and accuracy in the final exam; do not underestimate the importance of tutorials and quizzes. Self-study can be beneficial due to the course's complexity.

generous gradingheavy workloadengaging lectures

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