BUSINESS V700 / Strategic Business Analysis and Valuation

3 unit(s)

Prerequisite(s): BUSINESS F600 OR BUSINESS F650 OR enrollment in the Blended Learning Part-time MBA Program.

Antirequisite(s):

BUSINESS F700 / Valuation for Finance Professionals

This course introduces students to valuation methodologies and the underlying principles. Concepts from financial economics, business strategy, accounting, and other business disciplines are applied to develop a systematic approach to analyzing and valuing businesses and business interests. The course includes a review of capital structure and determination of discount and capitalization rates, business analysis, and prospective analysis. Lectures will be supplemented by case analysis and other discussion material. Students will gain practical experience in conducting comprehensive business analysis of companies from a variety of perspectives. This course will be useful to students planning careers in investment banking, business valuation, securities analysis, credit analysis, consulting, and corporate management.