Advanced Diploma / Stage

Combining real-life experience with essential technical knowledge in corporate finance.

After completing the Diploma/Intermediate Stage, you are eligible to take the Advanced Diploma (also known as the Advanced Stage in some countries). It is the final stage of the Corporate Finance qualification. The Advanced Diploma/Stage asks you to use your technical skills in 'real-life' scenarios.

Suited to: Managers with director level potential

What you will learn

The Advanced Diploma/Stage focuses on real-life corporate finance experience and deal management, which provides you with the highest level of technical knowledge and best practice techniques.

This will result in the attainment of evaluative and lead coordination skills expected at the most senior level.

Topics covered in the Advanced Diploma/Stage

Advanced Changes in Control and Restructurings

  • Disposal of assets
  • Potential sources of capital
  • Options available in financial distress
  • Restructuring process

Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Target analysis
  • Financing for transactions
  • Cross-border acquisitions
  • Post M&A integration strategy

Advanced Debt and Equity Issues

  • Investment and financing plan
  • Construct financing structures
  • Public private partnership
  • Project finance

Strategic Financial Management

  • Advice on ethics, governance, and the strategic use of project finance
  • Corporate finance strategic plan
  • Impact on stakeholders

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