ACCT 896 - Applied Financial Strategies and Equity Analysis

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

This course (i) provides you with a framework for business analysis and valuation using financial statement data; and (ii) shows you how to apply this framework to a variety of business decisions. The focus of the course is on understanding fundamental valuation techniques that are used by investment and hedge fund managers. The course assumes that you have a good working knowledge of accounting, finance, economics and business strategy. The focus is on integrating key concepts from each of these areas and applying them to financial decision-making. The course will combine a mixture of lectures, discussions, invited speakers and group presentations to develop a sophisticated approach to information. It should be of interest to students contemplating careers in investment banking (particularly in equity), security analysis, consulting, public accounting and corporate finance.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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