Applied Corporate Finance edX - online learning platform

Overview

The Applied Corporate Finance programme in collaboration with University of Cambridge - CambridgeX is a Professional Certificate. 

Key Facts

Building on the ‘Foundations of Finance’ course, completing your Professional Certificate in Applied Corporate Finance will give you a rigorous understanding of universal financial concepts, & the skills & confidence to apply them.

From cash flow, debt & valuation, to the perspectives of shareholders & other stakeholders, understanding how to interpret - & prepare - financial information can make the difference between beneficial & catastrophic decisions in all organisations.

Whether you want to brush up your knowledge of capitalisation, amortisation & revaluation, are responsible for a budget or financial accounting, or need to present a proposal to a panel of financial decision makers, this program provides a straightforward & practical financial toolkit you can use across the board.

Job Outlook

• According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, both financial analyst positions and corporate finance executive positions are expected to grow at a rate of 6% between 2018 and 2028.
• Financial analysts can expect a median salary of $85,660 and a chief financial officer and other top professionals in the corporate finance field can expect a median salary of $184,460, according to the BLS.
• Career prospects include an accountant, financial advisor, financial account manager, financial analyst, or business analyst.