PSB6005CL Financial Management Assignment Brief 2026 | Coventry University

PSB6005CL Assignment Brief 

Module Code PSB6005CL:

Module title: Financial Management

Word limit: Maximum 1,500 words

Any penalties for not complying with word limits will be imposed in accordance with university and faculty policy.

Learning Outcomes Assessed

The following learning outcomes are being assessed.

1. Critically discuss the role and purpose of the financial management function.
2. Examine and apply working capital management techniques and to advise on the profitable and efficient utilization of the company’s assets.
3. Evaluate decisions involving the risk/return trade off when making financial decisions.
4. Critically review effective investment appraisal and identify alternative sources of business finance to manage risk in an organization.
5. Examine principles of business and asset valuations.

Assignment Questions

Select a publicly listed company from either the London Stock Exchange (FTSE) or Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX) and conduct a comprehensive review on its working capital management. Your report should address the following areas:

(1) Individual Assignment – Analysis of Working Capital Components.

Provide a detailed examination of the key components that constitute the company’s working capital, including:

• Inventory management practices
• Receivables and payables cycles
• Cash holdings and short-term investments
• Trends and changes in working capital over the past 2–3 years

(2) Evaluation of Working Capital Efficiency.

Assess how effectively the company is managing and utilising its current assets and liabilities. Support your evaluation using relevant financial ratios, such as:

• Current ratio
• Quick ratio
• Inventory turnover ratio
• Receivables turnover ratio
• Payables turnover ratio
• Working capital turnover ratio

(3) Identification of Challenges and Inefficiencies.

Identify and discuss any observable issues or weaknesses in the company’s working capital management.

Discuss potential areas of concern may include:

• Excessive inventory levels
• Slow receivables collection
• Inefficient payables management
• Liquidity or cash flow constraints

(4) Recommendations for Improvement

Proposed practical and evidence-based recommendations to enhance the company’s working capital management. Ensure your suggestions are clearly linked to:

• Improved profitability and
• More efficient asset utilization.

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