Learn the main methods of valuation (intrinsic and relative), their strengths and weaknesses, and when to apply each
Understand discounted cash flow, comparable market multiples, comparable transaction multiples, and liquidation/terminal value
Read between the lines on financial statements
Perform industry competitive analysis, growth projection, financial forecasting, and capital asset pricing
About this course:
This course explores the basics of business valuation, including how businesses, equity and enterprise are valued. Students learn the main methods of valuation (intrinsic and relative), their strengths and weaknesses and when to apply each. Topics include discounted cash flow, comparable market multiples, comparable transaction multiples and liquidation/terminal value. Additional topics include free cash flow, financial statement analysis, industry competitive analysis, growth projection, financial forecasting, discount rate and capital asset pricing.
Prerequisites
This course is intended for students with strong accounting/finance background. Minimal prerequisites include Introductory Financial Accounting and Introductory Corporate Finance. This course also requires working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
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