Advanced Financial Management (AFM)
Master the high-stakes world of corporate finance, from strategic acquisitions and restructuring to advanced global treasury risk management.
What is the AFM Module?
The Advanced Financial Management (AFM) module is designed for those seeking a senior role in corporate finance. It pushes beyond the basics of management, requiring you to act as a financial advisor for large-scale, complex organizational decisions.
The curriculum covers the strategic evaluation of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and corporate restructuring. Furthermore, it provides deep insight into advanced treasury management, including the use of derivatives to hedge against Foreign Exchange (FX) and interest rate risks in a volatile global market.
Core Competencies
- •M&A Strategy: Navigating complex acquisitions and restructuring.
- •Advanced Hedging: Using derivatives to manage FX and interest risk.
- •Corporate Finance: Advisory skills for board-level decisions.
What You Will Study
1. Strategic Investment & Acquisition
Conducting complex strategic investment appraisals
Managing the end-to-end process of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Evaluating corporate restructuring opportunities
Assessing the impact of strategic decisions on shareholder value
2. Treasury & Risk Hedging
Advanced treasury management for multinational corporations
Utilizing financial derivatives to mitigate business risk
Strategic hedging of Foreign Exchange (FX) exposure
Managing interest rate volatility and hedging strategies
3. Advanced Corporate Finance
Capital structure planning in volatile markets
Evaluating complex dividend policies and financing sources
Strategic business valuation techniques
Consultative approaches to advising corporate boards