Corp Governance Valuation

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

Recent corporate scandals have put the spotlight on the importance of effective corporate governance. This course will examine the financial aspects of corporate governance and its effect on value creation for shareholders. Various readings and case studies will be used to provide students with real-life examples of the key elements of corporate governance. The course is geared toward undergraduate business students who are majoring in Finance. This course is ideal for students who are considering careers in corporate finance, investment banking, auditing, or law. To be successful in this course a student should possess strong analytical and communication skills. The emphasis of the course will be on the impact of corporate governance decisions on the value of the firm and value creation for shareholders of publicly traded firms. The course will apply valuation techniques to case studies involving corporate governance decisions within firms.