Essentials of Corporate Finance

Learn the foundations of accounting, financial analysis and the measurement of value creation.

About This Specialization

You will gain a firm understanding of corporate finance, including accounting principles and financial analysis, how value is created by global markets, the choices firms face when making financial decisions and defining attitudes towards risk. The Specialization concludes with a Capstone project that allows you to apply the skills you've learned throughout the courses.

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5 courses

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Courses

Intermediate Specialization.: Some related experience required.

COURSE 1
The Language and Tools of Financial Analysis
Upcoming session: Nov 6
Commitment
4-6 hours/week
Subtitles
English
About the Course
In this course, participants will learn the foundations of accounting principles and financial analysis, develop an understanding of the links between these, and the measurement of value creation at the firm level. This is the first cou
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COURSE 2
The Role of Global Capital Markets
Upcoming session: Nov 6
Commitment
4-6 hours/week
Subtitles
English
About the Course
In this course, participants will learn about how different markets around the world can interact to create value for, and effectively manage the risk of, corporations and their stakeholders. This is part of a Specialization in corporate finance cr
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COURSE 3
Corporate Financial Decision-Making for Value Creation
Upcoming session: Oct 30
Subtitles
English
About the Course
In this course, participants will learn about the key financial decisions modern corporations face, as well as the alternative methods that can be employed to optimize the value of the firm’s assets. This is part of a Specialization in corporate
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COURSE 4
Alternative Approaches to Valuation and Investment
Upcoming session: Oct 30
Subtitles
English
About the Course
In this course, participants will develop an understanding of the intuitive foundations of asset and investment valuation, and how alternative valuation techniques may be used in practice. This is part of a Specialization in corporate finance cr
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COURSE 5
Essentials of Corporate Finance Capstone
Upcoming session: Oct 23
Subtitles
English
About the Capstone Project
The Capstone Project is the final part of the Essentials of Corporate Financial Analysis and Decision-Making MOOC Specialization. The Capstone is designed to allow students to bring together the skills acquired and knowledge gained over the preced
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Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne makes distinctive contributions to society in research, learning and teaching and engagement.
The University of Melbourne is an internationally recognised research intensive University with a strong tradition of excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. Established in 1853, it is Australia's second oldest University.

Sean Pinder
Associate Professor
Paul Kofman
Dean, Faculty of Business and Economics

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