Assessment task details and instructions •A desсrіption of the task: oTo critically discuss the impact of climate change risk on firm financing behaviour. In particular, you can discuss how firms are engaged with more short term or long-term financing, or alternative financing, or green financing in response to climate change. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of it? You should consult reliable and high-quality academic sources. •The requirements/expectations of the task: oYou are expected to draw on theoretical as well as empirical evidence and relevant case studies. •An essay style paper in MS Word; 12pt font, double line spacing, with ‘justified’ text. •Referencing style/requirements: APA 7th Harvard style Module Aims 1.To critically assess modern corporate governance in light of the recent financial crisis and review the ethical issues in running modern firms. 2.To critically assess modern capital structure theory and its relevance to the structure of the modern firm and how it impacts the returns achieved by investing in modern firms 3.To critically assess the risks and opportunities involved in modern mergers and acquisitions 4.To understand the limitations and applications of modern statistical methods in finance 5.To critically apply modern quantitative techniques to solve problems in modern finance Word count The word limit is 3,000. CRITERIA Demonstrates an excellent understanding of a complex body of knowledge and the ability to use such knowledge in an innovative and creative manner to develop new insights and relate these to the particular circumstances of the situation under consideration. Has a very good grasp of recent research findings and demonstrates a maturity in critically evaluating concepts and abstract principles, and originality in addressing business problems
