MODULE CODE Assessment CW1 – A report into selected aspects of financial decision -making
Task: Production of a Business Report
Nature of submission Turnitin dropbox
Format of submission Report – 2,000 words
Learning outcomes tested
1 Critically analyse, evaluate and interpret financial information.
2 Critically explore contemporary financial systems firms use
3 Critically reflect on the influence financial information has on business decisions
4 Critically evaluate the application of financial information in the management of their own organisation or a focus organisation of their choice
Assessment brief
Contention: “Stock markets are fit for purpose”. The structure of the international economy and political drivers are promoting wider investment in organisations on a global perspective. International trade wars and protectionism are re-emerging and companies are increasingly seeking capital from stock markets rather than debt providers.
Critically analyse and evaluate the financial position of a UK FTSE 350 stock market company of your choice**. Evaluate how this information might influence the direction of the organisation within the sector it operates in the climate of uncertainty caused by the 2020 events of Brexit and coronavirus. What recommendations would you make? What observations would you make about the contention?
This assignment is in the form of a formal report. It will require evidence of your calculations of profit & loss , balance sheet and financial ratios. You may wish to use references supporting and arguing the points you present. You will need to use a wide range of sources to support your evaluation. You may wish to use comparator organisations within the same or a different sector to assist you with your analysis.
