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.

Business Value Creation

Business Value Creation
This course is part of Financial Management Specialization

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti
Access provided by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
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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.
Skills you'll gain
- Cost Control
- Expectation Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Acumen
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Competitive Analysis
- Performance Analysis
- Cash Flows
- Business Acumen
- Resource Allocation
- Business Valuation
- Financial Analysis
- Business Strategy
- Business Metrics
- Return On Investment
- Growth Strategies
- Operational Efficiency
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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
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.
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Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
It has given me so much more to understand about the company's ROIC. Looking forward to learn more
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 Jan 23, 2026
Clear and concise, and in depth when it was necessary. 5/5 would reccomend!
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