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2026/2027  MA-MMBDV2602U  Corporate Finance

English Title
Corporate Finance

Course information
Language English
Course ECTS 5 ECTS
Type Elective
Level Part Time Master
Duration One Semester
Start time of the course Autumn
Timetable Course schedule will be posted at calendar.cbs.dk
Min. participants 10
Max. participants 30
Study board
Study Board for Master i forretningsudvikling
Programme Master of Business Development
Course coordinator
  • Ulf Nielsson - Department of Finance (FI)
Main academic disciplines
  • Finance
Teaching methods
  • Face-to-face teaching
Last updated on 18-06-2026

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Learning objectives
  • Ability to identify, explain, and apply the core concepts, models, and methods.
  • Ability to calculate, interpret, and compare financial statistics, prices, returns, and costs.
  • Ability to present and reflect upon solutions for financial decision problems.
Examination
Corporate Finance:
Exam ECTS 5
Examination form Home assignment - written product
Individual or group exam Individual exam
Size of written product Max. 10 pages
Assignment type Written assignment
Release of assignment An assigned subject is released in class
Duration Written product to be submitted on specified date and time.
Grading scale 7-point grading scale
Examiner(s) One internal examiner
Exam period Winter
Make-up exam/re-exam
Same examination form as the ordinary exam
Course content, structure and pedagogical approach

Explore the core principles of Corporate Finance. Delve into key financial decisions encountered by firms daily, blending theoretical frameworks with practical case studies.

Our course equips you with the tools to tackle real-world financial challenges, from assessing project profitability to understanding the impact of financial decisions on stock prices. With a focus on financial management and practical application, you’ll actively engage with real-life cases to solidify your understanding of course concepts. 

 

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of Corporate Finance, providing participants with a solid foundation in financial decision-making.

Students will gain insights into the core principles of modern Corporate Finance, learning how financial decisions impact firms' operations and financial markets. The course also explores the use of firm proceeds, with a focus on valuation, restructuring, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A).

Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and practical applications, participants will gain valuable tools for analysing and navigating financial challenges in real-world business settings. While basic MS Excel experience is beneficial, all necessary applications will be demonstrated throughout the course.

 

Your learning outcome

  • Navigating the realms of corporate finance, governance, and reporting

  • Investment decisions 

  • Financial planning
  • Firm financing and market nuances
  • Project and firm valuation techniques
Research-based teaching
CBS’ programmes and teaching are research-based. The following types of research-based knowledge and research-like activities are included in this course:
Research-based knowledge
  • Classic and basic theory
  • Teacher’s own research
  • Methodology
  • Models
Research-like activities
  • Analysis
  • Discussion, critical reflection, modelling
Description of the teaching methods
The participants are introduced to modern methodological and practical concepts in corporate finance using various pedagogical methods. This includes classical class teaching as well as many discussions of practical applications of the course material via e.g. case studies. Furthermore, participants will also gain hands-on experience by implementing concepts (e.g. in Excel) and providing concrete financial recommendations.
Feedback during the teaching period
Feedback is possible during class.
Student workload
Preparation and exam 109,5 hours
Teaching 28 hours
Last updated on 18-06-2026