Evaluating Investments: Tools for Strategic Decision-Making
Enrollment Opens on September 5, 2025
About this Module
Which investments should a corporation make? This module introduces both the conceptual foundations and practical approaches companies use to evaluate potential projects and investments. Specifically, participants will explore how organizations determine whether a given project will create value, using key financial decision-making tools such as net present value (NPV) analysis. Participants will gain an understanding of how to measure and interpret project cash flows, assess investment feasibility, and apply rigorous methods to support strategic financial decision-making within a corporate setting.
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Finance Certificate
This certificate prepares professionals to evaluate financial health, assess risk, and make informed investment decisions. It blends core financial concepts, such as the time value of money and ratio analysis, with applied tools like net present value modeling and working capital management. Ideal for anyone who contributes to budgeting, planning, or strategic growth.
- Length: 5 online modules (5–6 hours each)
- Format: Fully online, asynchronous, and self-paced to support flexible learning
- Skills Gained: Risk evaluation, net present value modeling, ROI assessment, financial planning
- Recognition: Shareable digital badges earned per module; full certificate awarded upon completion
Faculty lead: DJ Fairhurst
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