This course introduces students to the basic principles of theory and practice of investment analysis in real assets and discusses concepts of the implementation of integrated information systems for project analysis. It is intended that students examine the set of elements necessary to prepare a report evaluating projects and are able to evaluate the economic viability.
Thus, we intend to:
• Provide the students with the framework necessary for rational decision-making in matters of evaluation of
investment projects;
• Explain the importance of value and what creates value;
• Provide the students with knowledge of the key tools and techniques used to evaluate investments, and
•Familiarize students with the basic concepts underlying the use of valuation models and real assets investment decision.
In the theoretical lessons, the basic concepts are introduced, with accuracy in financial models but not always detailed, without forgetting the aspect of application whenever possible. In problem resolution classes it’s aimed to illustrate the application of theoretical classes and, simultaneously, tests if the theory was dully assimilated by students. It’s presented an exercise collection (illustrative) that will be used as a working tool in both theoretical and practical classes. This illustration's main goal is to exemplify issues that students will have to solve with or without the teacher’s help so that they can apply the theory to several models/analyses to practical situations.
Main bibliography
Couto, Gualter; Crispim, João; Pimentel, Pedro; Lopes, Manuel Mouta; e Sousa, Fábio (2014), “Avaliação de Investimentos”. Coleção Economia e Finanças. Áreas Editora. 2ª Edição.
Complementary Bibliography
Couto, Gualter; Porfírio, José; e Lopes, Manuel (2004), “Avaliação de Projectos. Da análise Tradicional às Opções Reais”, Publisher Team.
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