Corporate Finance: Strategic Decisions

Course Content:

Fundamentals of Corporate Finance:
Review of the essential concepts in corporate finance, including capital structure, cost of capital and dividend policy.
Understanding of how financial decisions affect the value of the company and its ability to compete in the marketplace.

Investment Decisions and Capital Allocation:
Evaluation of investment projects using advanced techniques such as Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis.
Development of strategies for the efficient allocation of capital within the company, prioritizing projects that maximize shareholder return.

Corporate Financing Strategies:
Analysis of the different financing options available to companies, including debt issuance, equity capital, and hybrid financing.
Evaluation of the financial implications of different capital structures and their impact on cost of capital and financial flexibility.

Financial Risk Management:
Identification and mitigation of key financial risks, such as market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
Use of financial derivatives, insurance and other instruments to protect the company’s assets and ensure long-term financial stability.

Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring:
Strategies for evaluating and executing mergers and acquisitions, including valuation of target companies and negotiation of terms.
Analysis of corporate restructurings and their role in improving operational efficiency and value creation.

Financial Planning and Budgetary Control:
Development of long-term financial plans that align the company’s strategic objectives with its financial capabilities.
Advanced budget control techniques and variance analysis, ensuring that the company stays on track financially.

Financial Performance Analysis and Reporting to Senior Management:
Methods to evaluate the company’s financial performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and profitability analysis.
Preparation of detailed financial reports and presentation of strategic recommendations to senior management and the board of directors.

Shareholder Value Management:
Strategies to maximize shareholder value, including capital structure optimization and return on investment (ROI).
Analysis of how strategic decisions, such as share repurchase policies and dividend distributions, impact shareholder perception of value.

Final Project:

Participants will develop a case study based on a real or simulated company, applying the strategies and techniques learned to solve complex financial problems.
This project will be reviewed by a panel of corporate finance experts, who will provide detailed feedback and suggestions for implementation.

Additional Benefits:

Certification in Strategic Corporate Finance:
Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certification that validates your ability to make strategic financial decisions in a corporate environment.

Access to Exclusive Tools and Resources:
You’ll get access to advanced financial models, case studies, and webinars with leaders in the financial industry.

Mentoring and Networking:
During the course, you’ll be supported by expert corporate finance mentors, and you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other industry professionals through our networking sessions.

Course Duration: 6 months

Modality: 100% online, with live sessions and access to recorded content.