A fundamental overview of capital raising, valuation, mergers, acquisitions, and corporate finance careers
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Corporate Finance Institute
Corporate Finance Fundamentals
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Overview
Corporate Finance FundamentalsCourse Overview
Interested in a career in corporate finance? Looking to move up the ladder at your current job? This introduction to corporate finance course will give an overview of all the key concepts you need for a high powered career in investment banking, equity research, private equity, corporate development, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), treasury, and much more.
Corporate Finance FundamentalsCourse Curriculum
OurCorporate Finance Fundamentalscourse will teach you:
- Who the key players in the capital markets are
- What the capital raising process looks like
- The main business valuation techniques
- Types of valuation multiples
- How to structure a deal
- How to finance an acquisition
- Types of debt securities
- Types of equity securities
This course will also show you an overview of career paths as well as teach you how to prepare for interviews. Learn the fundamentals of corporate finance.
What Will I Learn in ThisCorporate Finance FundamentalsCourse?
This free corporate finance course will teach you about:
- Different players in capital markets
- Funding lifecycles
- Business valuation methods
- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes
- Equity capital raising
- Debt capital raising
- Corporate finance career paths
Who Should Take This Corporate Finance Fundamentals Course?
This free corporate finance class is perfect for anyone currently in or looking for a career in investment banking, equity research, private equity, corporate development, finance, and accounting. This course is an excellent primer for beginners and a great refresher for advanced practitioners.
About the Corporate Finance Institute®
CFI is a leading provider of online courses and certifications for careers in investment banking, equity research, corporate development, and other areas of corporate finance. CFI students come from a wide range of prestigious institutions that include: Wharton, Harvard, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, BlackRock, KPMG, IBM, and more. Thank you for taking CFI’s free course on corporate finance.
Corporate Finance Fundamentals
4.8
Led byTim Vipond
Level 2
Approx 2.5h to complete
100% online and self-paced
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What you'll learn
Lesson
Multimedia
Exams
Files
Introduction
Capital Investment
Capital Financing
Dividends and Return of Capital
Conclusion
Qualified Assessment
This Course is Part of the Following Programs
Why stop here? Expand your skills and show your expertise with the professional certifications, specializations, and CPE credits you’re already on your way to earning.
Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA®) Certification
- Skills LearnedFinancial modeling and valuation, sensitivity analysis, strategy
- Career PrepInvestment banking and equity research, FP&A, corporate development
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What Our Members Say
CFI offers me an avenue to gain more insight into Finance
Abu Stanley Oseseh
Really helpful content
This course really provided me with a more in-depth understanding of Corproate Finance!
Yutian Song
CF fundamentals
The Course was very clear, informative and structured. I would recommend to use platforms like investopedia if you do not know some business terms
Nurakhmet Darkhan
Excellent Course
Well explained and understable
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the requirements to take the courses?
All of our certification programs are open to students and professionals in various industries and levels of experience. Our curriculum is designed to teach what you need to know from basic fundamentals to advanced practical case studies. To take the courses and complete the exercises, students will only need access to a PC and/or Mac, Microsoft Suite (2016 or newer), and a stable internet connection. Click here to view the Technical Requirements
Can I download the Excel files and financial modeling templates for the course?
Absolutely! All the files and templates needed in a course are available for download. Just look for a module that shows Downloadable Files within the course dashboard. See here for a visual guide on how to do this.
How long do I have to complete the courses?
You will have yearly access to the courses as long as you maintain an active subscription. All the courses are self-paced as well so you can take your time in learning without worrying about any deadlines. Click here to compare our available enrollment options.
Are CFI courses officially accredited?
Yes, CFI is accredited by the Better Business Bureau® (BBB) to maintain training standards, the CPA Institutions in Canada, and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) in the USA. Most of our courses qualify for verified CPE credits for CPA charter holders. Please refer to this page to view all available CPE credits.
Are there any additional fees or costs?
None! The bundle price includes everything and there are no additional fees or charges to earn your digital certification. You can see our enrollment fees listed here.
What currency are your courses priced in?
All our online courses are priced in USD. As this is a recurring payment, we accept all major credit and debit cards including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.
How do I earn my certificates?
Students must complete all the video lessons, quizzes, and final assessments in each course. You can retake the assessments as many times as necessary until you reach an 80% passing grade. For more information on how to earn a course certificate, click HERE.
How are the exams conducted?
Students are required to complete an online assessment (Multiple choice questions, Fill-in-the-Blanks, and Excel Questions) at the end of each course. You can take the exams on your own schedule and will need to earn at least 80% to pass the course and earn your certificate of course completion. Please note that course exams can be repeated as many times as you need. Students are also required to complete the FMVA® final exam to earn their certification. How to Take a Qualified Assessment
Can I email the instructor if I have questions?
While the courses are designed mainly for self-study, we are happy to provide email assistance for general or technical support inquiries. The Full Immersion bundles include a premium email support function that allows you to communicate directly with in-house experts regarding course content. This is one of the key features that sets the Full Immersion bundle apart and makes it a worthwhile upgrade over the more affordable self-study bundle. You can compare more features in our bundles here.
Will these courses help me advance my career?
Based on hundreds of reviews from thousands of students we know how CFI courses have helped so many people advance their finance careers. Our courses are designed to be extremely practical and simulate the experience of being trained as a professional financial analyst…the ultimate way to advance your career. For real-world examples and to help delve even deeper into the course concepts, please look into our free career resources library.
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