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Understand the sound theoretical principles of finance and the practical environment in which financial decisions are made.
How to use the free cash flow method for evaluating companies.
Apply valuation and discount frameworks.
Value stocks and bonds.
Calculate the performance of any project.
Value a business by projecting cash flows and calculating residual value.
How to make investment decisions for corporations.
Understand the effect of capital structure on a company's equity and debt risk.
Measure risk and estimate the expected return of an asset based on its risk.
3 months. 3 - 4 hours per week suggested.
3 virtual courses in soft skills
You will learn how to value a business through this professional Corporate Finance certification program, which will equip you with the skills necessary to make sound financial and investment decisions.
We will cover: Valuation framework (including, as special cases, valuation of stocks and bonds, and evaluation of investment opportunities) Free cash flow method for firm valuation Concepts of risk and return and identification of the opportunity cost of capital Alternative sources of External Financing for Business Operations Together, these concepts form the building blocks for a career in finance.
In this hands-on program, you'll be given the opportunity to learn through a variety of real-world transactions and case studies, as well as work through exercises to build Excel models to help deepen your understanding of the concepts.
This program is for those looking to advance their career in a variety of professions, including investment banking, private equity, consulting, general management, and CFO track jobs within a corporation.
This program is based on the first-year course taught in Columbia Business School's core MBA program.
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