Course Overview
Corporate finance is central to strategic decision-making, balancing profitability, risk, and shareholder value. Capital budgeting techniques are essential for evaluating long-term investments, optimizing capital allocation, and ensuring financial sustainability.
This course covers corporate finance fundamentals, financial analysis, cost of capital, capital budgeting models, risk-adjusted decision-making, and investment strategies. Participants will learn how to apply financial tools to evaluate projects, structure capital, and drive value creation.
At EuroQuest International Training, the program integrates financial theory with real-world application, combining modeling, case studies, and scenario planning to strengthen decision-making.
Key Benefits of Attending
Master corporate finance principles and frameworks
Apply capital budgeting techniques to investment decisions
Strengthen capital structure and cost of capital analysis
Improve financial modeling and forecasting skills
Drive sustainable shareholder value creation
Why Attend
This course equips participants with practical skills to evaluate investments, manage capital efficiently, and align financial decisions with corporate strategy.
Course Methodology
Expert-led lectures on finance and budgeting frameworks
Case studies of corporate financial strategies
Hands-on financial modeling workshops
Group projects on investment and capital allocation
Interactive discussions on risk and value creation
Course Objectives
By the end of this ten-day training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the fundamentals of corporate finance and value creation
Evaluate capital structure decisions and financing options
Apply capital budgeting models (NPV, IRR, Payback, PI)
Assess cost of capital and weighted average cost of capital (WACC)
Integrate risk and uncertainty into financial decision-making
Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis for investments
Manage working capital and liquidity effectively
Link investment decisions to corporate strategy
Use financial modeling for project evaluation
Align financing strategies with growth objectives
Ensure compliance with governance and financial regulations
Build a roadmap for sustainable corporate finance strategies
Target Audience
Finance managers and analysts
Corporate treasurers and controllers
Investment and project managers
Risk and strategy professionals
Executives overseeing corporate financial decisions
Target Competencies
Corporate financial management
Capital budgeting and investment analysis
Cost of capital and financing decisions
Risk-adjusted financial decision-making
Working capital and liquidity management
Financial modeling and scenario analysis
Strategic alignment of finance with business goals
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Corporate Finance and Capital Budgeting
Role of corporate finance in organizations
Fundamentals of value creation
Strategic importance of capital budgeting
Case studies of financial strategies
Unit 2: Financial Analysis and Decision-Making
Ratio analysis and financial performance
Cash flow forecasting and evaluation
Linking analysis to investment decisions
Hands-on financial review
Unit 3: Capital Structure and Financing Decisions
Debt vs equity financing considerations
Cost of capital analysis
Optimal capital structure models
Strategic financing frameworks
Unit 4: Cost of Capital and WACC
Defining and calculating cost of capital
Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
Using WACC in project evaluation
Practical calculation exercises
Unit 5: Capital Budgeting Techniques
Net Present Value (NPV)
Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
Payback and profitability index (PI)
Comparing capital budgeting models
Unit 6: Risk and Uncertainty in Capital Budgeting
Risk-adjusted discount rates
Sensitivity and scenario analysis
Real options approach
Case studies of risk evaluation
Unit 7: Working Capital and Liquidity Management
Managing short-term assets and liabilities
Cash flow optimization techniques
Liquidity ratios and monitoring
Best practices in working capital
Unit 8: Financial Modeling for Investment Decisions
Building integrated financial models
Forecasting revenues, costs, and cash flows
Scenario planning and stress testing
Practical modeling workshop
Unit 9: Strategic Investment and Corporate Growth
Linking investment to corporate strategy
Evaluating expansion and growth projects
Mergers and acquisitions considerations
Case studies of investment strategies
Unit 10: Governance and Compliance in Finance
Principles of financial governance
Transparency and reporting frameworks
Compliance with financial regulations
Ethical considerations in finance
Unit 11: Performance Measurement and Value Creation
Financial KPIs and shareholder metrics
Measuring ROI of investments
Linking finance to business strategy
Benchmarking against best practices
Unit 12: Capstone Corporate Finance Project
Group-based investment decision simulation
Designing a capital budgeting framework
Presenting findings to stakeholders
Action roadmap for corporate application
Closing Call to Action
Join this ten-day training course to master corporate finance and capital budgeting, equipping yourself to make informed investment decisions and optimize financial performance.
The Corporate Finance and Capital Budgeting Training Courses in Paris offer professionals an in-depth and practical exploration of the financial principles that guide investment decisions, capital allocation, and long-term value creation. Designed for financial analysts, corporate managers, investment professionals, and strategic planners, these programs equip participants with the analytical tools and decision-making frameworks needed to support effective financial management within modern organizations.
Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of corporate finance fundamentals, including capital structure decisions, cost of capital estimation, financial performance analysis, and the evaluation of funding alternatives. The courses emphasize how corporate finance supports strategic objectives by ensuring efficient resource utilization, optimizing financial risk, and enhancing shareholder value. Through real-world examples and analytical exercises, attendees learn how financial metrics, valuation methods, and market factors influence organizational financial decisions.
A key component of the specialization focuses on capital budgeting, providing participants with the skills to assess long-term investment opportunities using techniques such as net present value (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), profitability index, and scenario-based analysis. The programs highlight how capital budgeting supports strategic growth by enabling organizations to prioritize high-impact projects, analyze cash flows, and anticipate risks associated with major financial commitments.
These corporate finance and capital budgeting training programs in Paris blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on application, ensuring participants gain both strategic insight and technical proficiency. The curriculum also covers emerging practices in financial planning, risk assessment, and investment evaluation within an evolving global economic landscape.
Attending these training courses in Paris provides valuable exposure to international perspectives, expert guidance, and collaborative learning opportunities. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to lead financial decision-making processes, evaluate capital projects effectively, and contribute to the financial sustainability and strategic growth of their organizations.