Duke University

Financial Management Specialization

Duke University

Financial Management Specialization

Master the foundations of finance for business.

Build financial models, use data to make decisions.

Joseph Perfetti

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti

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Beginner level

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8 weeks to complete
at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Analyze and interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to understand a company's financial performance.

  • Apply metrics such as Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and Free Cash Flow (FCF) to assess financial health and make informed business decisions.

  • Examine different types of financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, enhancing the stability and profitability of your organization.

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Specialization - 7 course series

Business Value Creation

Business Value Creation

Course 1, 4 hours

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.

Cash Flow Management

Cash Flow Management

Course 2, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • Assess a company's financial health using Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and Free Cash Flow (FCF) metrics.

  • Review and optimize the components of the cash conversion cycle.

  • Apply cash flow management techniques to improve liquidity and operational efficiency.

Balance Sheet and Business Cases

Balance Sheet and Business Cases

Course 3, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • Analyze income statements to evaluate a company's revenue, expenses, and profitability.

  • Interpret balance sheets to assess financial stability and capital structure.

  • Develop comprehensive business cases that align with strategic objectives and financial justifications.

Risk Management and Financial Theory

Risk Management and Financial Theory

Course 4, 4 hours

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.

Investment Evaluation

Investment Evaluation

Course 5, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • Apply the time value of money concept to evaluate investment opportunities.

  • Calculate and interpret Net Present Value (NPV) to assess the value creation potential of projects.

  • Perform breakeven analysis to determine the financial viability of projects.

Financial Statements

Financial Statements

Course 6, 3 hours

What you'll learn

  • Analyze income statements to evaluate operational efficiency and profitability.

  • Examine balance sheets to assess financial stability and capital structure.

  • Interpret cash flow statements to understand liquidity and cash management.

Business Impact

Business Impact

Course 7, 2 hours

What you'll learn

  • Utilize financial principles to inform and drive strategic business decisions.

  • Enhance operational efficiency through informed financial analyses.

  • Maximize shareholder value by applying financial insights to business strategies.

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Joseph Perfetti
Duke University
7 Courses23,334 learners

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