Time Value of Money & Capital Budgeting - Present Value

Course Overview

• Course Title: Time Value of Money & Capital Budgeting - Present Value
• Instructor: Robert (Bob) Steele
• Target Audience:
  • Aspiring finance professionals
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Individuals looking to make informed long-term financial choices
• Prerequisites:
  • Basic knowledge of accounting principles and terminology
  • Proficiency in using spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
  • Access to a computer or laptop with a reliable internet connection
  • Willingness to engage in hands-on exercises and real-world case studies

Curriculum Highlights

• Key Topics Covered:
  • Time value of money
  • Present value analysis
  • Future value analysis
  • Capital budgeting decisions
  • Net present value (NPV) analysis
  • Internal rate of return (IRR)
  • Accounting rate of return
  • Payback period
  • Internal break-even time calculations
  • Ethical considerations in financial decision-making
• Key Skills Learned:
  • Analyzing the importance of the time value of money
  • Applying methods to calculate present value and future value
  • Evaluating capital budgeting decisions
  • Synthesizing and comparing decision-making tools
  • Creating financial models and performing calculations
  • Evaluating and interpreting financial analysis results
  • Designing strategic financial plans
  • Applying critical thinking skills to solve financial problems
  • Reflecting on ethical considerations in financial decision-making

Course Format

• Duration: 11 hours on-demand video
• Format: Self-paced online course
• Resources:
  • Assignments
  • 85 downloadable resources
  • Access on mobile and TV
  • Certificate of completion