Investment Evaluation
Master key investment analysis skills, including time value of money and NPV calculations, ideal for non-financial managers.
Master key investment analysis skills, including time value of money and NPV calculations, ideal for non-financial managers.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Financial Management Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Apply time value of money concepts to evaluate investments
Calculate and interpret Net Present Value (NPV)
Perform breakeven analysis for project viability
Assess value creation potential of investments
Make data-driven investment decisions
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
0.6 Hours PreRecorded video
2 assignments
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There are 3 modules in this course
Welcome to Investment Evaluation! This comprehensive course teaches fundamental principles of investment analysis, focusing on the time value of money concept and its practical applications. Students learn to evaluate investment opportunities using Net Present Value (NPV) and breakeven analysis, enabling them to make informed financial decisions. The curriculum covers essential skills in financial projection analysis and investment evaluation while preparing learners to assess project viability and value creation potential.
Course Overview
Module 1 · 31 Minutes to complete
Time Value of Money
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Net Present Value (NPV) and Breakeven
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Duke CE Instructor and Finance Expert
Joseph Perfetti is a distinguished instructor at Duke Corporate Education, where he specializes in corporate finance and strategy. With extensive experience in executive education, he has delivered over 2,000 teaching days for leading corporations and consulting firms, including Deloitte and Google. Joseph holds a degree from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and has served as a lecturer at the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, where he teaches courses such as "Equity Analysis" and "Corporate Finance." His dedication to teaching excellence has earned him multiple awards, including recognition as a Faculty Member of Distinction.On Coursera, Joseph offers several courses that cover essential financial concepts, including "Balance Sheet and Business Cases," "Cash Flow Management," and "Risk Management and Financial Theory." His courses aim to equip students with practical skills in financial analysis and business strategy. Beyond his academic roles, Joseph is also an entrepreneur and consultant, focusing on business acumen and strategic planning. Through his teaching and consulting efforts, he continues to influence the fields of finance and corporate education significantly.
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