This course focuses on practical applications related to financial decision making. Case studies, empirical evidences and current events are used to illustrate the process of making financial decisions commonly faced by corporate managers, investment bankers, investors and regulators. Topics discussed include: advanced issues in corporate valuation and capital budgeting; raising capital; valuation and analysis of real options; leverage choice, mergers and acquisitions and the market for corporate control and governance; and other advanced topics in Corporate Finance.  The course also aims to help students develop oral and writing skills through group assignments and case studies.