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Cor­por­ate Fin­ance

Un­lock the world of cor­por­ate fin­ance: Mas­ter every as­pect of fin­an­cial de­cision-mak­ing.

Start: 16 November 2026

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About the course

Purpose

Explore the core principles of Corporate Finance. Delve into key financial decisions encountered by firms daily, blending theoretical frameworks with practical case studies.

Our course equips you with the tools to tackle real-world financial challenges, from assessing project profitability to understanding the impact of financial decisions on stock prices. With a focus on financial management and practical application, you’ll actively engage with real-life cases to solidify your understanding of course concepts. 

 

Your benefits

  • Identify, explain and apply the core concepts, models and methods.
  • Calculate, interpret and compare financial statistics, prices, returns and costs.
  • Present and reflect upon solutions for financial decision problems. 

 

About the course

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of Corporate Finance, providing participants with a solid foundation in financial decision-making.

Students will gain insights into the core principles of modern Corporate Finance, learning how financial decisions impact firms' operations and financial markets. The course also explores the use of firm proceeds, with a focus on valuation, restructuring and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).

Through a combination of lectures, case studies and practical applications, participants will gain valuable tools for analysing and navigating financial challenges in real-world business settings. While basic MS Excel experience is beneficial, all necessary applications will be demonstrated throughout the course.

 

Themes

  • Navigating the realms of corporate finance, governance and reporting.
  • Investment decisions. 
  • Financial planning.
  • Firm financing and market nuances.
  • Project and firm valuation techniques.

Facts

Level
Executive master
Type
Elective
ECTS
5
Teaching periods
Autumn – semester
Status
Available places
Teaching language
English
Teaching Format
On campus
Price
21.000 DKK
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Björn Imbierowicz

External lecturer

What You''ll Explore

Follow the learning journey from understanding how modern firms create value to making informed financing, valuation, and strategic investment decisions. Get an overview of the key topics, concepts, and tools covered throughout the course below.

Session 1: Understanding the Modern Firm

Explore how organisations are structured, governed, and managed to create long-term value.

  • Corporate governance
  • Agency problems
  • Financial reporting
  • Value creation
  • Capital budgeting

Session 2: Creating Corporate Value

Learn how firms evaluate investments, determine funding needs, and create shareholder value.

  • Cost of capital
  • Discount rates
  • Corporate valuation
  • Financing decisions

Session 3: Financing the Business

Examine how firms balance debt and equity financing and the strategic implications of capital structure decisions.

  • Debt vs. equity
  • Modigliani-Miller theory
  • Taxes and financing
  • Trade-off theory
  • Pecking order theory
  • Payout policies

Session 4: Valuation and Corporate Growth

Apply valuation techniques and explore how firms grow, restructure, and create value through acquisitions.

  • Financial modelling
  • Valuation methods
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Hostile takeovers

  

Fall 2026 

 

Lecture dates:  Nov 16-17 & Nov 30 - Dec 1 from 9-4pm
Exam hand-in: Jan 6
Place: CBS - Dalgas Have 15, 2000 Frb
Teachers: Ulf Nielsson & Björn Imbierowicz
Type: Elective

 

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Do you meet the admission requirements?

You must hold a bachelor’s degree – it is possible to apply for an exemption. In addition, you must have at least two years of relevant work experience after completing your degree.
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Course Journey

Follow the learning journey from understanding how modern firms create value to making informed financing, valuation, and strategic investment decisions. Find below, the key topics, concepts, and tools covered throughout the course.

Session 1: Building the Modern Firm

Explore how organisations are structured, governed, and managed to create long-term value.

  • Corporate governance
  • Agency problems
  • Financial reporting
  • Value creation
  • Capital budgeting

Session 2: Creating Corporate Value

Learn how firms evaluate investments, determine funding needs, and create shareholder value.

  • Cost of capital
  • Discount rates
  • Corporate valuation
  • Financing decisions

Session 3: Financing the Business

Examine how firms balance debt and equity financing and the strategic implications of capital structure decisions.

  • Debt vs. equity
  • Modigliani-Miller theory
  • Taxes and financing
  • Trade-off theory
  • Pecking order theory
  • Payout policies

Session 4: Valuation and Corporate Growth

Apply valuation techniques and explore how firms grow, restructure, and create value through acquisitions.

  • Financial modelling
  • Valuation methods
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Hostile takeovers

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