The course introduces participants to the concepts and ideas of Finance as a management tool. Based on a thorough understanding of capital markets and institutions, we develop and practice decision making tools required to guide a modern institution in a financially sound manner. We cover investment and financing choices, the valuation of projects and firms, as well as the measurement and management of financial risk. We explore ideas of interest rates, loans and bonds, equity financing, as well as investment management tools. A significant amount of time will be spent on project evaluation and using financial information to guide corporate strategy.