Corporate Finance I: Measuring and Promoting Value Creation
Master essential principles of corporate finance, from valuation to investment decisions. Learn to measure and create shareholder value.
Master essential principles of corporate finance, from valuation to investment decisions. Learn to measure and create shareholder value.
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
Use accounting statements to measure company financial health
Make value-creating investment decisions using NPV and IRR
Forecast and manage company liquidity needs
Evaluate mergers and acquisitions opportunities
Incorporate risk into investment decisions
Assess company and project performance using financial metrics
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
8.4 Hours PreRecorded video
18 quizzes
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course teaches fundamental principles of corporate finance and value creation. Students learn to use accounting information to assess company health, manage liquidity, and make investment decisions. The curriculum covers financial ratio analysis, capital budgeting, merger valuation, risk assessment, and performance evaluation. Through practical examples and real-world applications, students develop skills in financial planning, NPV analysis, and measuring shareholder value.
Course Overview
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
The Objective and Language of Corporate Finance
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Financial Planning
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
Making Investment Decisions
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Mergers and Acquisitions, Risk, and Performance Evaluation
Module 5 · 6 Hours to complete
Course Conclusion
Module 6 · 24 Minutes to complete
Fee Structure
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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