This foundational course offers a comprehensive introduction to key concepts in corporate finance, equipping you with the essential knowledge to navigate complex financial decisions and transactions. Topics include debt and equity financing, security and collateral, company valuations, net present value (NPV) calculations, shareholder agreements, financial theory, and an overview of derivatives.
Ideal for professionals and students seeking a solid base in corporate finance, this course also lays the groundwork for more advanced topics in areas such as public offerings, mergers and acquisitions, mining finance, and esports finance, which will be explored in future courses.
Robert Mason is a leading lawyer in Canadian and international M&A and corporate finance transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, reverse take-overs, initial public offerings, equity and debt financings, private equity investments and alternative finance arrangements. Robert is highly recognized as a leading lawyer in the area of mine streaming and royalty transactions. He is also developing a global esports practice and has led many of the most recognized esports transactions in Canada. Robert frequently advises boards of directors and special committees on going private and other significant transactions. He has broad international experience, frequently advising on transactions with global connections to countries such Australia, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, South Africa and Mexico.
