Private Equity: Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs)

🎓 Course Title: Private Equity: Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs)

📚 Course Headline: Learn LBOs Value Drivers: Growth in EBITDA, Multiple Arbitrage, & Leverage. Adjusted Present Value (APV) Method, ESG

Disclaimer: Before enrolling in this Private Equency course, it's crucial to set the right expectations. While this course is designed to be beneficial and accessible, it may not suit everyone's needs. 🛑

• Language Note: Please note that English is not my first language. Some students may find my delivery challenging, and I appreciate your understanding and patience.
• Target Audience: This course is tailored for individuals new to private equity or those looking to deepen their understanding. It's a practical, introductory perspective on the subject.
• Advanced Learners: If you are a CFO, Limited Partner, senior financial analyst, or a lecturer seeking highly specialized teaching materials, this course might not align with your expectations. I recommend advanced programs at prestigious institutions like Harvard or SDA Bocconi for such needs.
• Satisfaction Guarantee: Your satisfaction is key. If the course doesn't meet your expectations, take advantage of the 30-day money-back guarantee. No need for negative feedback; our goal is a positive learning experience.

👩‍🏫 Instructor Introduction: Greetings! I'm Carlos Martínez, PhD in Management from the University of St. Gallen, with extensive research and publication experience in entrepreneurial finance globally.

• Expertise: As a presenter at academic conferences and author of a chapter in "New Frontiers in Entrepreneurial Finance Research," I bring a wealth of knowledge to this course.

Course Overview: This course is designed to provide you with the essential skills and knowledge used by general partners in private equity firms. 🏦

• Learning Outcomes: Master the Adjusted Present Value (APV) method and evaluate leveraged buyout transactions with confidence.
• Target Audience: Aimed at ambitious university students and young professionals aspiring to excel in investment banking, corporate finance, or consulting.

Course Methodology: Through dynamic presentations, hands-on tutorials, and practical assessments, we will take an immersive approach. 📈

• Real-World Case Studies: Engage with real case studies, including a detailed analysis of the DuPont Coatings Division leveraged buyout.
• Value Drivers Exploration: Understand the key value drivers in LBOs: EBITDA growth, multiple arbitrage, and financial leverage.
• Excel Modeling Practice: Develop and utilize an Excel model to explore different valuation scenarios, gaining hands-on experience.

Course Content: This course builds upon the theoretical foundation of private equity and investment processes and dives into practical applications through case studies and exercises. 📚

• Theoretical Framework: Learn the fundamentals of private equity and its investment process.
• Practical Application: Analyze a leveraged buyout from both corporate divestment and private equity acquisition perspectives.
• Valuation Scenarios: Utilize Excel models to evaluate various scenarios, enhancing your valuation skills.

Who Is This Course For? 🎯

This intermediate-level course is suitable for:

• Undergraduate students who have covered leveraged buyouts in corporate finance courses.
• Graduate-level students interested in finance for entrepreneurs.
• Individuals from diverse academic backgrounds, including but not limited to business, finance, accounting, and law, with a shared interest in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial consulting.

Conclusion: This course promises to be a transformative journey for those interested in mastering the art of leveraged buyouts within the realm of private equity. Your future in finance starts here! 🚀 Enroll now and embark on this exciting learning adventure with me, Carlos Martínez, as your guide. Let's unlock the potential of leveraged buyouts together.