Question 1) Discuss the role of ethics and compliance in the finance environment. Milton Friedman once said, "The only responsibility a business has is to maximize profit." Is that theory still relevant, our outdated? Discuss.
Question 2) Discuss the relationship between strategic planning and financial planning. Should they be done in tandem, or separately? Discuss, using examples.
Question 3) Compare and contrast IPO and merger & acquisitions growth strategies. Please cite specific examples of failures, and successes for both strategies.
Question 4) Compare and contrast methods to mitigate foreign exchange rate risk.
Question 5) Discuss the impact of globalization on financial decisions. From a financial perspective, what additional complexities arise when running a multinational as compared to a single, domestic corporation?