Duke University
Risk Management and Financial Theory

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Duke University

Risk Management and Financial Theory

Joseph Perfetti

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti

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3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Identify and mitigate different types of financial risks to protect and create value.

  • Construct persuasive business cases with strategic and financial justifications.

  • Apply the time value of money concept to financial decision-making.

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September 2024

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2 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

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 video2 readings1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will explore the various types of financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks, and learn strategies for managing and mitigating them to protect and create value.

What's included

2 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In this module, you will master the art of building compelling business cases, focusing on strategic alignment, financial justification, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication to secure project approval and funding.

What's included

2 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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Joseph Perfetti
Duke University
7 Courses948 learners

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