Imagine you are the chief financial officer (CFO) of a hospital, and you must decide on whether your hospital will outright purchase a new MRI machine or lease it over the next 5 years.

Watch “Time Value of Money (TVM).” 

Transcript

After watching the video, respond to the following prompts:

  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of buying or leasing the new MRI machine? 
  • Why do you think it is important for health care managers to make proper investment decisions? Share an example to support your answer.