Assignment 1: Cost of capital
Prepare a report on the different considerations that an MNC should keep in mind when obtaining capital from a foreign source. In this report, you must outline and evaluate two possible methods for determining cost of capital. What is the likely impact of these financing methods on the company’s balance sheet? To present your report, create a scenario depicting a leading steel company seeking foreign capital to expand its overseas operations and exports.
Describe your rationale for selecting the two methods.
Your report should be well researched—original and free from plagiarism. submit the report as a Microsoft Word document, not exceeding three pages, double-spaced, in Arial 12 pt font.
All written assignments and responses should follow APA rules for attributing sources.
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Assignment 1 Grading Criteria |
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Identified the considerations when financing from a foreign source |
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Identified two methods of evaluating cost of capital |
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Analyzed the impact of each method on the company’s balance sheet |
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Developed the scenario with appropriate company and industry information |
Assignment 2: Discussion Question
Select one payment method and explain benefits and pitfalls of using it with the foreign partner you have just started exporting to. Your response should be 3-5 paragraphs long.
