Foundations of Corporate Finance

Understanding how businesses manage their financial resources is crucial for growth and sustainability. This course provides a solid foundation in corporate finance, enabling you to analyze financial decisions, assess investment opportunities, and contribute to the strategic financial health of any organization. What you'll learn: * Understand the fundamental goals and principles of corporate finance. * Analyze financial statements and key performance indicators for business health. * Evaluate investment projects using capital budgeting techniques like NPV and IRR. * Manage working capital and understand capital structure decisions. * Identify and assess financial risks and their impact on value. * Apply foundational financial modeling concepts for strategic planning. * Recognize the growing importance of ESG factors in corporate financial strategy. The course begins with foundational concepts and financial statement analysis, then progresses to investment evaluation, financing decisions, and risk management, concluding with modern considerations in financial strategy. This course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior finance knowledge, providing a clear and accessible entry point into corporate finance. Begin your journey to mastering essential corporate financial principles today.