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Business Value Creation

Business Value Creation

This course is part of Financial Management Specialization

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

180 reviews

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4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

180 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Identify and explain the Four Cornerstones of Value Creation and their impact on long-term business success.
Review and leverage key value drivers to enhance a company's value.
Analyze and assess value creation strategies through practical, real-world examples.

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Tools you'll learn

Microsoft Excel

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Assessments

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Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

In this course, you will learn how positive spread, healthy cash flows, meeting investor expectations, and sustaining competitive advantage are essential for creating long-term value in any organization. Additionally, you will understand the key factors that influence a company’s value, such as revenue growth, cost efficiency, asset utilization, and capital allocation. You will apply these concepts by analyzing real-world examples and completing practical assessments focused on value creation strategies.

Module details

In this module, you will receive a course overview, learn about your instructor's background, and have an opportunity to introduce yourself and meet your peers.

What's included

1 video3 readings1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will explore how positive spread, healthy cash flows, meeting investor expectations, and sustaining competitive advantage are essential for creating long-term value in any organization.

What's included

2 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

2 videosTotal 15 minutes

Four Cornerstones of Value Creation12 minutes
Case Study Solution3 minutes

4 readingsTotal 40 minutes

Key Takeaways10 minutes
Case Study10 minutes
Case Study Reflection Questions10 minutes
Module at a Glance10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 45 minutes

Four Cornerstones of Value Creation Quiz45 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Module Reflection10 minutes

In this module, you will examine the key factors that influence a company’s value, including revenue growth, cost efficiency, asset utilization, and capital allocation, and how to leverage them effectively.

What's included

2 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

2 videosTotal 12 minutes

Key Value Drivers7 minutes
Case Study Solution6 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

Key Takeaways10 minutes
Case Study10 minutes
Case Study Reflection Questions10 minutes
Module at a Glance10 minutes
Share your learning experience10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 45 minutes

Key Value Drivers Quiz45 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Module Reflection10 minutes

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Joseph Perfetti

Duke University

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Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Very insightful learned alot, everything was well explained.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

The course material is very informative and practical. I wonder what options are there for business value creation for NGO's and Not for Profit organizations.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

I have seen this course will bridge the gaps i have been thinking smoothly and will be shared other clients or those who needs.

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