Fundamentals of Finance
Learn essential corporate finance concepts, from NPV and fixed-income valuation to equity analysis and investment returns.
Learn essential corporate finance concepts, from NPV and fixed-income valuation to equity analysis and investment returns.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Introduction to Finance and Accounting Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Master NPV calculations and applications
Understand fixed income and bond valuation
Analyze equity investments and dividend growth
Compare NPV and Internal Rate of Return
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3.2 Hours PreRecorded video
4 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course covers fundamental concepts in corporate finance, based on Wharton MBA pre-term qualifying courses. Students learn essential principles including Net Present Value (NPV), compound interest, fixed-income valuation, and equity analysis. The curriculum emphasizes practical applications through real-world examples and calculations, preparing learners to make informed financial decisions in corporate settings.
Introduction and Net Present Value (NPV)
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Fixed Income Valuation
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Equity Valuation
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
NPV vs. Internal Rate of Return
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
(Optional) Additional Course Topics and Resources
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Dr. Bruce I. Jacobs Professor in Quantitative Finance
Dr. Jessica Wachter is the Dr. Bruce I. Jacobs Professor in Quantitative Finance at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where she specializes in asset pricing models, particularly those that incorporate rare events, as well as behavioral finance and financial econometrics. She has an extensive academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Business Economics and an undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Harvard University. Dr. Wachter is also known for her role as an associate editor for prestigious journals such as the Review of Financial Studies and Journal of Economic Theory.In addition to her academic responsibilities, Dr. Wachter currently serves as Chief Economist and Director of the Division of Economic and Risk Analysis at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Her research has garnered numerous accolades, including awards for best published papers in various finance journals. At Wharton, she teaches courses such as "Cryptocurrency and Blockchain: An Introduction to Digital Currencies" and "Fundamentals of Finance," where she equips students with essential knowledge about modern financial systems and emerging digital currencies.Through her research and teaching, Jessica Wachter significantly contributes to the understanding of complex financial dynamics, making her a leading figure in the field of quantitative finance.
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