Corporate Finance

Catalog description

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the core principles and practices of corporate financial management in a global business context. Students will explore how firms make investment, financing, and dividend decisions, and how these decisions affect the value and financial health of the company. Through a blend of theoretical foundations and practical applications, the course examines the valuation of cash flows, the time value of money, and the pricing of financial instruments such as stocks and bonds. Emphasis is placed on the role of the chief financial officer (CFO) in aligning capital structure and investment strategy with the firm’s broader financial goals, sustainability considerations, and risk environment. Students will also engage with topics in international financial management, capital budgeting, and risk-return analysis, while learning to evaluate real-world corporate finance challenges, including those driven by market volatility, global competition, and evolving stakeholder expectations.