Corporate Finance- A Beginner'S Guide

Learn Capital Budgeting Techniques, TVM and Capital Financing using excel case study

What you'll learn

Acquire an understanding of Corporate Finance, Capital Financing, Capital Budgeting, Cost of capital

Apply time value of money principles to calculate present and future values of cash flows for investment analysis.

Calculate the cost of debt, cost of equity, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC) to assess the investment's financial feasibility.

Apply capital budgeting techniques (NPV, IRR, payback period) to evaluate investment projects' profitability and viability.

Requirements

No prior experience required

Description

Welcome to our comprehensive online course on corporate finance. In this course, we will provide an in-depth exploration of the key concepts and tools used in corporate finance.We will start with an introduction to Corporate Finance and you will learn how to make informed decisions and choose to either accept or reject the project. You will also learn about the Capital structure and capital financing, using the Time Value of money concept. The time value of money is a fundamental concept in finance, and we will cover it extensively. You will learn about present value, future value, annuities, and the calculation of interest rates. These skills will enable you to evaluate investment opportunities, project valuation, and capital budgeting decisions.Capital budgeting techniques, including net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), and payback period analysis, will be covered in detail. You will learn how to evaluate investment projects and make informed decisions based on their expected cash flows and profitability.Financing decisions are fundamental to corporate finance, and we will explore different sources of financing available to companies. You will learn about debt financing, equity financing, and the trade-offs between them. We will discuss the cost of capital and capital structure optimization to help you make optimal financing decisions.Forecasting and budgeting are crucial skills in corporate finance. You will learn techniques to create financial forecasts and budgets, enabling you to anticipate future financial outcomes and plan for growth. We will use the DCF Valuation method for the case study.Throughout the course, you will have access to comprehensive case studies, quizzes, and downloadable resources, including Excel files and reference materials, to reinforce your learning and provide hands-on experience in applying the concepts.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Introduction to Corporate Finance

Section 2: Corporate Budgeting Techniques

Lecture 3 NPV and IRR

Lecture 4 NPV, IRR Case Study in excel

Lecture 5 Payback period

Section 3: Capital Financing

Lecture 6 Capital Financing and sources of equity

Lecture 7 WACC

Lecture 8 CAPM

Section 4: Time Value of Money

Lecture 9 Present Value, Future Value, Annuities

Lecture 10 Terminal Value

Lecture 11 TVM Case Study (Excel)

Section 5: Project Finance - Excel case study

Lecture 12 Part 1

Lecture 13 Part 2

Accounting professionals seeking to enhance their financial analysis skills.,Business owners and managers who want to make informed decisions based on financial statements.,Finance professionals and analysts looking to deepen their understanding of corporate finance.,Students pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.