This course is part of Financial Management - Univ. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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
Analyze capital structure and financing decisions
Manage financial risk using derivatives and hedging strategies
Evaluate dividend and share repurchase policies
Understand debt financing and credit risk management
Assess M&A and leveraged buyout financing
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
6.3 Hours PreRecorded video
14 quizzes
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores advanced corporate finance topics focusing on financing decisions and risk management. Students learn about capital structure decisions, debt financing, payout policies, and risk management strategies. The curriculum covers derivatives, liquidity management, M&A financing, and international financial considerations.
Course Orientation and Module 1: Raising Financing: The Capital Structure Decision
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Understanding Debt Financing and Payout Policy
Module 2 · 5 Hours to complete
Risk Management
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Finance, Governance, and Society
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Course Conclusion
Module 5 · 0 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Financial Management - Univ. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Instructors
Assistant Professor of Finance
Stefan Zeume is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Gies College of Business, where he has been teaching since 2019. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from INSEAD, France, and a Master’s degree in Finance and Management from the University of St. Andrews, Scotland. Prior to joining UIUC, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. His academic background is complemented by practical experience in financial consulting and risk management, having worked with firms such as Detecon Switzerland and BearingPoint Germany.Professor Zeume's research interests lie at the intersection of corporate finance, governance, and regulation, with a particular focus on the darker aspects of finance, including corruption and organized crime. He teaches courses such as "Corporate Finance I: Measuring and Promoting Value Creation" and "Corporate Finance II: Financing Investments and Managing Risk," where he emphasizes real-world applications of financial theories. His engaging teaching style encourages active discussions among students, drawing on his diverse international background to enrich classroom experiences. Zeume's work has been published in reputable journals, and he actively contributes to the academic community through various conferences and seminars. Through his dedication to education and research, Stefan Zeume continues to influence the field of finance significantly.
Illuminating the World of Corporate Finance
Heitor Almeida, a distinguished faculty member at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, is celebrated for his expertise in Corporate Finance. His course, part of the Financial Management Specialization, equips learners with essential financial skills, including forecasting liquidity needs, evaluating shareholder value contributions, and incorporating risk into investment decisions. Aimed at empowering professionals, the course emphasizes using accounting data to assess financial health and employing valuation techniques for sound business decisions. Almeida's teaching combines practical insights with foundational knowledge, offering a transformative learning experience to over 97,000 students.Recognized for his engaging approach, Almeida has garnered high praise, with his Corporate Finance series earning a stellar 4.7 rating. Learners applaud his ability to simplify complex concepts, making advanced financial strategies accessible. His contributions extend to the iMBA program, providing an affordable, flexible pathway to an accredited MBA. Whether you're navigating mergers and acquisitions or mastering financial performance evaluations, Almeida's expertise ensures a solid grasp of value creation in the corporate world.
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