This open course explores finance principles tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the digitization of economies. The course begins with an introduction to corporate finance and the evolving role of the CFO in a digital landscape. Furthermore, participants will learn how financial technology can address frictions and generate value, and why traditional financial statements do not work well for digital firms. Investment decision-making strategies will be examined within dynamic digital environments, where uncertainty prevails and flexibility is crucial, alongside considerations of the cost of capital and capital structure specific to companies in the digital economy. The course also addresses how to value digital initiatives, such as start-ups. By investigating current trends and emphasizing critical aspects that influence financial decision-making, participants will equip themselves with essential skills for making sound financial decisions in the digital age.

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Required Skills:

None

Course level:

Basic

Target Audience:

Anyone who is interested in digital transformation

Effort:

3-6 hours per course week

Course Staff

Dr. Marco Bade

Dr. Marco Bade is an economist serving as Senior Researcher at German University of Digital Science. Previously, he held positions as Associate Professor at ICN Business School, Faculty Member of the CEREFIGE research laboratory at Université de Lorraine, Postdoctoral Researcher at Technische Universität Berlin, Interim Professor and Chair of Finance and Banking at Universität Potsdam, and Research Associate at Berlin School of Economics. His research focuses on the economics of business venturing, particularly entrepreneurial finance.

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