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About the Course

Learn how debt and equity can be used to finance infrastructure investments and how investors approach infrastructure investments! According to the OECD, the global infrastructure investment requirement by 2030 for transport, electricity generation, transmission & distribution, and water & telecommunications totals to 71 trillion dollars. This figure represents about 3.5% of the annual World GDP from 2007 to 2030. The European Commission estimated, that by 2020, Europe will need between 1.5 - 2 trillion Euros in infrastructure investments. Between 2011 and 2020, about 500 billion Euros will be required for the implementation of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) program, 400 billion Euros for Energy distribution networks and smart grids, 200 billion Euros on Energy transmission networks and storage, and 500 billion Euros for the upgrade and construction of new power plants. An additional 38 - 58 billion Euros and 181 - 268 billion Euros in capital investment will be needed to achieve the targets set by the European Commission for broadband diffusion. Traditionally investments in infrastructure were financed using public sources. However, severe budget constraints and inefficient management of infrastructure by public entities have led to an increased involvement of private investors in the business. The course focuses on how private investors approach infrastructure projects from the standpoint of equity, debt, and hybrid instruments. The course concentrates on the practical aspects of project finance: the most frequently used financial techniques for infrastructure investments. The repeated use of real life examples and case studies will allow students to link the theoretical background to actual business practices. In the end of the course, students will be capable of analyzing a complex transaction, identifying the key elements of a deal, and suggesting proper solutions for deal structuring from a financial advisor's perspective. Course Format The course will consist of lecture videos, readings, and talks given by guest speakers. Although we do hope you will attend the entire course, it is possible to just focus on single topics. Suggested Readings The course is designed to be self-contained, there are no obligatory readings that must be acquired outside of the course. For students interested in additional study material, you may refer to: • Gatti Stefano, "Project Finance in theory and practice", Academic Press, 2nd edition, 2012....

Top reviews

VM

Aug 23, 2020

Concepts of project finance are explained very clearly. Focus on debt syndication and loan amortization methods is specially helpful. The course content can be updated as it is slightly old.

EV

Apr 4, 2021

This course was extremely helpful as I was learning about the infrastructure investing space. It helped me through interviews and get foundational background information on the subject matter.

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By AGABA R

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Apr 26, 2021

This is a good course for any one who wants to have a firm grasp of the fundamentals of Project finance. It was excellent.

By Mustafa A

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Sep 25, 2024

very informative, I am energy engineer an was able to follow up with all the financial aspects of the course very easily

By Gustavo F R

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Jun 4, 2018

Awesome course for those who want to learn how infrastructure projects are planned and executed from the financial side.

By João P

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Mar 10, 2020

Exceeded my expectations! Congratulations for both the quality of the contents but also the efficient delivery methods.

By Patrick R

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Aug 24, 2019

Excellent in necessary scope, succinct with valuable details, and also delivered very effectively. Highly recommended.

By Ahrum P

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Apr 9, 2017

Great overview into Project Finance for beginners. Professor has simple examples that explain the concepts succinctly.

By Michael G D

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Mar 5, 2025

This course is very insightful and practical. I recommend this for all capital and infrastructure financial advisors.

By Jeffrey C

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Oct 27, 2016

excellent intro to project financing and infrastructure investment. covers both quantitative and qualitative aspects.

By Povilas J

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Feb 13, 2023

Tough one, but totally worth it. One of the best finance-related courses. Bocconi provides great quality materials.

By Stephanie C

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Mar 22, 2020

One of the few online courses on financing and investing in infrastructure that is simple and straight to the point

By Stella D

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Jun 27, 2020

I like the way material is being presented, i enjoyed the course, thank you for making this available for everyone

By Shawn K

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Dec 6, 2022

Material was well communicated, included well thought out corresponding supplemental material. EXCELLENT COURSE!

By Somnath M

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Jun 3, 2017

The course gave me very good perspective on project financing, risk analysis, and multi-stake holder management.

By Keaobaka P

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Jan 25, 2022

The course was very informative and provided basic knowledge required for infrastructure and project financing.

By Eliseo C

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Jan 31, 2023

Outstanding course. The teacher was perfect. He explained concepts in different ways and always with examples.

By Marcin U

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Jan 23, 2021

Best course I have taken so far! Very well taught, I loved the lectures, teacher was right on point - amazing!

By Federico C

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Jan 7, 2019

Clear and very interesting course, suitable for everyone. Very good skills by the professor to keep the scene.

By Naveen B

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Feb 25, 2018

The course is Simply awesome. It provides me a deep insight of each and every phase of Infratructure Financing

By Gokhan B

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Feb 21, 2017

Very intensive, but amazing course. Thanks to the Lecturer. Great preparation and excellent control of topics.

By Sandro M d O

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Sep 28, 2016

Excellent content. The course is easy to follow and not exhausting at all. It will help me a lot in my career.

By Gabriele Z

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Apr 16, 2020

I found this course really interesting. Professor Gatti is professional and extremely clear in every section.

By Emmanuel B K

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May 8, 2017

An excellent and interesting specific course! I was delighted to complete the entire course in just eight da

By Halima I H

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Jan 31, 2019

Excellent teaching, excellent material! Have come out a more knowledgeable person. Would totally recommend.

By Geoffrey P

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May 13, 2018

Clear and concise introduction to project finance to get an overview of this sector in the banking industry

By Zuhaib Q

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Mar 6, 2018

Exceptional Course. Would love to attend more and gain knowledge and experience from world best institutes.