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MGT1026: Foundations of Finance

Comprehensive Study and Exam Preparation Guide 2026

Part 01: Revision Notes

Part 02: Sample Final Examination Paper

Part 03: Detailed Solutions and Explanations

Part 04: Proven Exam Strategies and Tips

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University of Glasgow - Foundations of Finance (MGT1026)

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2026 - 2027

University	University of Glasgow
School	Adam Smith Business School
Course Code	MGT1026
Course Name	Foundations of Finance
Notes Title	Comprehensive Study and Exam Prep. Guide
Page Length	64

This guide provides a clear and structured resource for mastering the essential theories and concepts of MGT1026: Foundations of Finance at the University of Glasgow. With step-by-step explanations, worked examples, and detailed illustrations, it helps reinforce understanding and practical application. To enhance exam readiness, the guide includes a full-length sample exam with solutions and explanations designed to simulate the real test-taking experience. Additionally, it offers concise, accessible notes, examiner insights, and targeted questions and answers for each key examinable topic - giving you the tools to achieve your best possible grade.

MGT1026: Foundations of Finance, is one of four 10-credit courses which comprise level 1 study in Business and Management. Students will complete all four courses (40 credits in total) and achieve a minimum of grade D3 in each in order to progress to Level 2 study in Business and Management. This course aims to provide students with essential knowledge of the key issues and concepts in finance, helping to broaden their understanding of the finance function's role within any organisation. Students will be introduced to fundamental finance concepts and how these are integrated into an organisation's overall strategies and performance.

By the end of the course, students will be able to describe the role of financial management and how it connects with other organisational functions. They will be able to interpret financial statements to extract meaningful information that supports better financial and investment decisions. Students will also be able to identify various sources, uses, and costs of finance available to corporations, and understand the importance of the time value of money and its application in general and cash flow valuation.

COURSE CODE	COURSE NAME
ACCFIN1001	Introduction to Business Reporting and Financial Accounting
ACCFIN1003	Finance 1
ACCFIN1004	Financial Accounting 1
ACCFIN1006	Introduction to Management Accounting and Control
ACCFIN1016	Introduction to Finance, Investments and Institutions
ACCFIN2002	Finance 2
ACCFIN2003	Financial Accounting 2
ACCFIN2018	Statistical Analysis and Methods
ACCFIN4010	Capital Markets and Portfolio Management
ACCFIN4040	Derivative Securities
ACCFIN4070	Corporate Finance
ACCFIN4079	Econometric Methods for Accounting and Finance
ACCFIN4081	Financial Management
ECON1001	Economics 1A
ECON1002	Economics 1B
ECON2001	Economics 2A
ECON2002	Economics 2B
ECON4003	Econometrics 1: Introduction to Econometrics
ECON4004	Econometrics 2: Multiple Regression and Applications
MGT1025	Current Topics in Marketing

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