In a competitive business environment, organizations need professionals capable of making business decisions that positively impact financial results. Finance is not just numbers on a balance sheet; it is the key to creating opportunities, optimizing resources, and strengthening the competitiveness of any organization.
Therefore, the University of Piura has created the Specialized Program in Finance, designed to provide participants with solid knowledge and practical tools that allow them to make better financial decisions, thoroughly exploring the fundamentals of finance and its effective application to drive the success of their organizations.
This program is designed for professionals starting their careers in finance who want to build a solid theoretical and practical foundation, as well as for professionals from other areas—such as marketing, production, human resources, etc.—who want to understand the impact of their decisions on their organization's financial results and/or transition into finance. It is also an excellent option for entrepreneurs, executives, and managers seeking to strengthen their financial decision-making skills.
Upon completion, participants will be prepared to make key financial decisions that contribute to achieving their organizations' objectives. They will also receive a Certificate of Specialization in Finance, which will enhance their professional profile and competitiveness in the job market.
Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:
General:
Understand the fundamental theoretical bases of finance and use appropriate techniques and tools to identify the main sources of economic value creation in the organization.
Specifics:
- Determine the company's financial objective.
- Apply the best tools for a proper financial diagnosis of the company.
- Apply financial planning for the management of funds in the company.
- Implement discounted cash flow to evaluate investments and properly interpret the various profitability indicators.
- Evaluate real investments in terms of profitability and risk, whether they are investments in new businesses or in existing companies.
- Analyze different financing alternatives, as well as their cost.
Our methodology combines theory and practice to offer a comprehensive learning experience.
The program is delivered in a synchronous virtual format through interactive online sessions. Classes will be recorded so participants can review them.
- Certificate of specialization:
It will be awarded to participants who have passed the program with a minimum grade of twelve (12) and have more than 80% of class attendance.
- Certificate of participation:
It will be awarded to participants who do not pass the program, but who have more than 80% of class attendance.
*All certificates will be issued electronically and sent via email 20 business days after all grades are received. This program does not lead to an academic degree.
- Professionals who are starting their career in the financial field and wish to consolidate a theoretical and practical foundation.
- Professionals from non-financial areas—such as marketing, production, human resources, etc.—who want to understand the impact of their decisions on their organization's financial results and/or transition to the finance area.
- Entrepreneurs, executives, and managers seeking to strengthen their financial decision-making skills.