In this course, you will learn how positive spread, healthy cash flows, meeting investor expectations, and sustaining competitive advantage are essential for creating long-term value in any organization. Additionally, you will understand the key factors that influence a company’s value, such as revenue growth, cost efficiency, asset utilization, and capital allocation. You will apply these concepts by analyzing real-world examples and completing practical assessments focused on value creation strategies.
Business Value Creation
Business Value Creation
This course is part of Financial Management Specialization
Instructor: Joseph Perfetti
Access provided by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Identify and explain the Four Cornerstones of Value Creation and their impact on long-term business success.
Review and leverage key value drivers to enhance a company's value.
Analyze and assess value creation strategies through practical, real-world examples.
Skills you'll gain
- Growth Strategies
- Business Strategy
- Business Metrics
- Resource Allocation
- Cost Control
- Expectation Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Return On Investment
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Business Valuation
- Business Acumen
- Financial Acumen
- Microsoft Excel
- Performance Analysis
- Cash Flows
- Competitive Analysis
- Financial Analysis
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2 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Financial Management Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course
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.
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1 video3 readings1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will explore how positive spread, healthy cash flows, meeting investor expectations, and sustaining competitive advantage are essential for creating long-term value in any organization.
What's included
2 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will examine the key factors that influence a company’s value, including revenue growth, cost efficiency, asset utilization, and capital allocation, and how to leverage them effectively.
What's included
2 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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AW
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025
Every Entrepreneur should start with this Course (Specialisation) by Duke University.
VR
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025
Good Knowledge shared with exercise to get hand on experience of knowledge shared.
ES
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
The course material is very informative and practical. I wonder what options are there for business value creation for NGO's and Not for Profit organizations.
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