Course Description
Capital structure holds strategic implications for companies as it determines the long-term resources available to them. Managers play a crucial role in making decisions about capital structure and optimizing it to enhance shareholder wealth. This intermediate-level course focuses on the main factors to consider and the tools necessary for optimizing the capital structure of a company.
Prerequisites:
Understanding of financial statements and basic financial analysis.
Course Level: Intermediate
Key Concepts Covered:
 Optimal Capital Structure: Explore the concept of an optimal capital structure and its importance in maximizing shareholder value.
 Target Capital Structure: Learn how to define and establish a target capital structure that aligns with company objectives and financial goals.
 Evaluating Capital Structure: Gain insights into the evaluation of capital structure, including metrics and ratios used to assess financial leverage and risk.
 Capital Structure Theories: Understand different theories and perspectives on capital structure, including Modigliani-Miller propositions and trade-off theory.
 Cost of Capital: Explore the concept of cost of capital and its role in determining the optimal mix of debt and equity financing.
 Cost of Equity-Related Concepts: Delve into concepts such as cost of equity, beta, and other factors influencing the cost of equity capital.
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
Enrol in this course to gain a deeper understanding of capital structure optimization and its strategic implications. Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge needed to make informed decisions about capital structure, ultimately driving shareholder wealth and organizational success. Develop a solid foundation in capital structure theories and their practical application in the field of finance.