What is the principal role of the World Trade Organization and what are the threats that this organization faces? Give practical reasons in support of international trade.

Discuss some of the ways in which a country may restrict imports as well as ways in which multinational companies seek to overcome these barriers.

Discuss the main risks faced by multinational companies.

Briefly outline the role of the treasury department in respect of the following:

Short-term management of resources

Long-term maximization of shareholder wealth

Risk management

Explain the possible benefits to a company of undertaking an interest rate swap