MBA540 Strategic Investments

This course explores the business valuation process from the perspective of business managers, financial practitioners, and investors. Students will analyze the recent increase in value-based practices, drivers of value in corporations, how to make value happen, and value-based initiatives related to corporate restructurings. The course will also explore variations on company valuations including conglomerates, technology firms, cyclical firms, and valuation outside the United States. Prerequisite(s): For MBA Program students: MBA500, Intro to MBA and MBA516, Financial Markets For Certificate students: Introduction to WebCT workshop and an upper level undergraduate Finance course 3 semester hours