Eval­u­ation of Fin­an­cial In­form­a­tion

About

This course covers the use of financial information to value firms, projects, and securities in a variety of industries under different economic conditions. The course
will be largely based on case studies and will focus on learning techniques of financial analysis, selecting an appropriate valuation model, analyzing the quality of financial data, and forecasting financial variables and cash flows. Actual industry and company data will be presented to develop analytical/research skills. The course assumes that you have a good working knowledge of introductory accounting, finance, and economics.

Learning objectives
To achieve the grade 12, students should meet the following learning objectives with no or only minor mistakes or errors:

Compute key financial ratios using financial statements of publicly traded companies

Determine financial health of the companies by interpreting key financial ratios

Convert data from accounting statements into free cash flows for valuation purposes

Apply DCF (discounted cash flow) model for in valuation of projects and companies in various industries and economic conditions

Apply relative valuation models using market and transaction multiples

Course leader

Carsten Sørensen - Department of Finance (FI)

Target group

This is a graduate level course. CBS Summer University courses at Copenhagen Business School is open to all and welcomes domestic and international students as well as professionals

Fee info