Duke University
Financial Management Specialization
Duke University

Financial Management Specialization

Master the foundations of finance for business. Build financial models, use data to make decisions.

Joseph Perfetti

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti

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2 months at 5 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.8

(229 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 months at 5 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Analyze and interpret income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements to understand a company's financial performance.

  • Apply metrics such as Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and Free Cash Flow (FCF) to assess financial health and make informed business decisions.

  • Examine different types of financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, enhancing the stability and profitability of your organization.

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Taught in English
12 practice exercises

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Specialization - 7 course series

What you'll learn

  • Identify and explain the Four Cornerstones of Value Creation and their impact on long-term business success.

  • Review and leverage key value drivers to enhance a company's value.

  • Analyze and assess value creation strategies through practical, real-world examples.

Skills you'll gain

Financial Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Growth Strategies, Cash Flows, Business Metrics, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Resource Allocation, Operational Efficiency, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Expectation Management, Financial Acumen, Cost Control, Performance Analysis, Microsoft Excel, and Business Acumen

What you'll learn

  • Assess a company's financial health using Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) and Free Cash Flow (FCF) metrics.

  • Review and optimize the components of the cash conversion cycle.

  • Apply cash flow management techniques to improve liquidity and operational efficiency.

Skills you'll gain

Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Inventory Management System, Cash Flows, Working Capital, Financial Acumen, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Return On Investment

What you'll learn

  • Analyze income statements to evaluate a company's revenue, expenses, and profitability.

  • Interpret balance sheets to assess financial stability and capital structure.

  • Develop comprehensive business cases that align with strategic objectives and financial justifications.

Skills you'll gain

Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Acumen, Business Modeling, Financial Analysis, Operational Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Financial Statements, and Financial Statement Analysis

What you'll learn

  • Identify and mitigate different types of financial risks to protect and create value.

  • Construct persuasive business cases with strategic and financial justifications.

  • Apply the time value of money concept to financial decision-making.

Skills you'll gain

Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Credit Risk, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Operational Risk, Proposal Development, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Risk Mitigation, and Financial Modeling

What you'll learn

  • Apply the time value of money concept to evaluate investment opportunities.

  • Calculate and interpret Net Present Value (NPV) to assess the value creation potential of projects.

  • Perform breakeven analysis to determine the financial viability of projects.

Skills you'll gain

Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Investments, Risk Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Acumen, and Financial Forecasting

What you'll learn

  • Analyze income statements to evaluate operational efficiency and profitability.

  • Examine balance sheets to assess financial stability and capital structure.

  • Interpret cash flow statements to understand liquidity and cash management.

Skills you'll gain

Financial Statement Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Annual Reports, Performance Analysis, Income Statement, Business Acumen, Business Metrics, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Management, Performance Measurement, and Financial Statements

What you'll learn

  • Utilize financial principles to inform and drive strategic business decisions.

  • Enhance operational efficiency through informed financial analyses.

  • Maximize shareholder value by applying financial insights to business strategies.

Skills you'll gain

Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Business Strategy, Financial Analysis, Financial Acumen, Business, Performance Analysis, Financial Management, Finance, Business Metrics, Business Acumen, and Business Strategies

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Instructor

Joseph Perfetti
Duke University
7 Courses14,308 learners

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