This course offers a comprehensive and structured coverage of Corporate Finance topics in CFA Level I, focusing on the financial decisions managers make to maximize firm value. It is designed to help candidates understand not only formulas, but also the logic behind corporate finance concepts tested in the CFA exam.

The course begins with Capital Budgeting, explaining how companies evaluate long-term investment projects using techniques such as NPV and IRR. It then moves to Cost of Capital, a critical concept that determines the required return on investments and influences valuation and capital allocation decisions.

Learners will also gain a clear understanding of financial leverage, including how operating and financial leverage affect risk, returns, and earnings volatility. The course further explores dividend policy and share repurchases, highlighting how firms decide between distributing cash to shareholders or reinvesting it in the business.

Finally, the course covers Working Capital Management, focusing on managing short-term assets and liabilities efficiently to ensure liquidity and operational stability.

This course is ideal for CFA Level I candidates seeking strong conceptual clarity in Corporate Finance, enabling them to approach exam questions with confidence and a deeper understanding of real-world financial decision-making.