Course Description
Companies operate under limited resources and must make strategic decisions on allocating capital to various investment opportunities. Capital budgeting is the essential process that enables companies to evaluate and select projects for investment. This advanced-level course provides a comprehensive understanding of the tools and techniques used in capital budgeting. It is designed for top managers, private equity investors, and all stakeholders involved in budget creation and allocation.
Prerequisites:
Familiarity with investment decision tools such as Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR).
Course Level: Advanced
Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
 Define capital budgeting and its significance in investment decision-making.
 Identify the fundamental principles of capital budgeting.
 Differentiate between various types of investment projects.
 Recognize the cash flow typology associated with a given project.
 Compare and evaluate projects with different time horizons.
 Calculate and analyze cash flows related to a project.
 Make informed decisions on project implementation or abandonment.
 Identify common mistakes in capital budgeting and apply preventive measures.
 Implement effective project monitoring techniques.
Key Concepts Covered:
 Principles of Capital Budgeting
 Definitions and Processes in Capital Budgeting
 Expansion Projects and their Evaluation
 Replacement Projects and their Evaluation
 Handling Projects with Unequal Lives
 Understanding the Cost of Capital
 Cost of Equity-related Methods
 Pure Play Method for Risk Assessment
 Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
Course Components:
 On-demand course videos presented by industry experts
 Downloadable course slides for a comprehensive learning
 Practice questions to reinforce understanding.
 Real-life case studies for practical application
 Final quiz to assess knowledge retention.
 Course certificate upon successful completion
Join this advanced capital budgeting course to gain the necessary expertise in evaluating and choosing investment opportunities effectively. Enhance your decision-making skills and contribute to the financial success of your organization.