{"id":2893,"date":"2023-08-10T06:09:49","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T04:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alexander-zureck.de\/financing-investment-information-learning-materials-and-more\/"},"modified":"2025-10-01T10:32:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-01T08:32:32","slug":"financing-investment-information-learning-materials-and-more","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/alexander-zureck.de\/en\/financing-investment-information-learning-materials-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cFinancing & Investment\u201d – Information, Learning Materials and More"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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I have provided additional learning material for our \u201cFinancing & Investment\u201d module here. This material is designed to help you better understand the content and successfully master the exam performance in our module. However, the main sources of information are the lectures and our script or the notes that I make available to you after each event. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In our module, the examination consists of a 90-minute exam<\/strong> with a transfer task worth 10% (9 points). In the old examination regulations, there was also a seminar paper<\/strong>. Both examinations can be completed independently. However, postponing an examination always leads to stress at a later point in your studies. The seminar paper is now only part of the old examination regulations, and for this reason, I no longer offer personal supervision. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Basic information about the exam can be found in the module documents. I also provide my \u201clecturer’s notes\u201d for each course. This contains extensive information on topics discussed in the course. Student questions are also answered in the FAQ on the exam<\/a>. The exam is always created based on the materials provided in the course. The course to which the exam refers is visible during exam registration. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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In addition to the exam, a seminar paper must also be written in our module. The choice of topic is basically free for me. The topic only has to fit into the curriculum of Financing & Investment. It is best to take a topic that concerns you professionally or privately! It is important that you integrate a practical reference in the seminar paper. A lot of information about the seminar paper is in the script and is available in the lecture. You can also find helpful information about the seminar paper here. Take a look at these posts for the seminar paper by clicking on the buttons \u2b07\ufe0f: <\/p>\n

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Banks play a central role in the economic cycle. They manage deposits, grant loans and promote investments. In this way, they support growth, create liquidity and influence the money supply. Their functions are crucial for stable economic developments and consumer confidence. However, banking systems also harbor risks. Shadow banks, often less regulated, can exacerbate financial crises. Through speculative transactions and a lack of transparency, they can destabilize the financial system. In addition, the granting of risky loans can lead to bubbles and ultimately to economic slumps. For deeper insights, read the book \u201cThe End of Banks*\u201d (alternatively at Blinkist*). <\/p>\n

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A business plan is essential for new start-ups and consists mainly of tables and a presentation. The assumptions overview lists all unknown variables, from website visits to profit margins. Important components are the cost and employee plan, which contribute to the profit and loss statement. A management summary summarizes findings and projects business forecasts for five years. A detailed business plan leads to more precise forecasts, with each plan based only on current knowledge. This plan in combination with the presentation is called \u201cDeck\u201d. This is often decisive for investors as to whether or not they invest in the company. <\/p>\n

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If you are interested in online business, I recommend the book \u201cMy Children Will Be Born Rich\u201d* (alternatively at Blinkist*). This book entertainingly explains how a problem becomes a business idea and how this is then seen as an entrepreneurial opportunity. Above all, online it is often only about solving problems and not really about innovation. If you are not interested online, you can read something similar with \u201cNo Big Deal\u201d* about the founding of a coffee house chain. <\/p>\n

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Source: <\/em>\u201cMy Children Will Be Born Rich\u201d* on Amazon.de<\/p>\n

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For repetition and deepening:<\/em> If I want to involve investors in my company, the easiest way to do this is with corporations. If you feel unsure here, I recommend the podcast episode \u201cCorporations in Corporate Law\u201d<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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The topic of \u201csubscription rights in the case of a capital increase<\/a>\u201d is an essential aspect of stock corporation law, which ensures that the interests of existing shareholders are not diluted when new shares are issued. Subscription rights allow shareholders to maintain their percentage share in the company or actively decide on their investment. For a more in-depth practical application, it is recommended to do practice exercises in order to fully understand the concept and its effects. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What Do Index Rents Have to Do with Investment Calculation and the Growth Factor?<\/h4>\n

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Index rents, investment calculation and the growth factor are concepts that are used in economic or financial contexts, but they have different specific meanings and applications. To understand their relationship to each other, we must first consider each term individually: <\/p>\n

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