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Risk Management and Financial Theory

Risk Management and Financial Theory

This course is part of Financial Management Specialization

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 hours to complete

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

46 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Identify and mitigate different types of financial risks to protect and create value.
Construct persuasive business cases with strategic and financial justifications.
Apply the time value of money concept to financial decision-making.

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Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

In this course, you will explore various types of financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks, and learn strategies for managing and mitigating them. Additionally, you will master the art of building compelling business cases, focusing on strategic alignment, financial justification, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication. You will also understand the fundamental principle that money available now is worth more than the same amount in the future due to its potential earning capacity. You will apply these concepts through scenario-based assessments and financial theory exercises.

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In this module, you will receive a course overview, learn about your instructor's background, and have an opportunity to introduce yourself and meet your peers.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will explore the various types of financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks, and learn strategies for managing and mitigating them to protect and create value.

What's included

2 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will master the art of building compelling business cases, focusing on strategic alignment, financial justification, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication to secure project approval and funding.

What's included

2 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

2 videosTotal 16 minutes

Business Case13 minutes
Case Study Solution3 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

Key Takeaways10 minutes
Case Study10 minutes
Case Study Reflection Questions10 minutes
Module at a Glance10 minutes
Share your learning experience10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Business Case Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Module Reflection10 minutes

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Joseph Perfetti

Duke University

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Reviewed on Mar 19, 2025

Now that I have the swing of things I am enjoying the series much more. Still getting adjusted to your AI instructor.

Reviewed on May 8, 2025

Defines risk, and describes what is important for a business to succeed. But doesn't go into the details of the kinds of risks a business faces, like operational risk or reputational risk.

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