Đầu tư Tư nhân: Mua lại Có Đòn bẩy (LBOs)

Disclaimer:
This course was created with the goal of reaching as many learners as possible and providing real value to professionals who want to understand Private Equity and Leveraged Buyouts. Please keep in mind that this is a niche course: it does not attract massive audiences, which means that every single review carries a very strong weight. A single one-star review can disproportionately affect the overall rating and even remove the course from Udemy Business collections, despite the fact that many learners have found it extremely useful. If you come with extremely high expectations for a graduate-level, highly specialized program, this course may not be the right fit for you. In that case, I kindly suggest you explore alternatives such as Harvard or SDA Bocconi. And if you do decide to enroll but later feel the course is not what you expected, I respectfully ask that you simply use the 30-day refund policy instead of leaving a frustrated review. That way, other learners who truly benefit from this course will still be able to access it.

This course has been very well received by hundreds of professionals on Udemy Business, who have found it practical, insightful, and easy to apply. However, it is not for everyone. Many learners, from analysts to managers, have praised the clarity and real-world applications — but again, if you bring extremely high expectations for an academic-level program, this may not fully align with your goals.

Here is what some of my students are saying:

“Brilliant course, lots of detail and analysis. The guy is a genius.” – Paul F.

“The case study made it more relatable and exciting at the same time. Worth it!!” – Mohammad N.

“It gave me knowledge on PE & much more… great for beginners building their foundation.” – Priya S.

Welcome Message
Welcome to the Private Equity: Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs) course, where you will master the evaluation of leveraged buyout transactions. I'm Carlos Martínez, Ph.D., a finance expert with academic and professional experience. I earned my doctorate at the University of St. Gallen, one of Europe’s most prestigious institutions, and my research on entrepreneurial finance has been presented at international conferences (MIT, Politecnico di Milano, University of Tel Aviv, University of Halmstad). My work is also featured in the book New Frontiers in Entrepreneurial Finance Research, co-edited by leading scholars in the field.

What makes this course unique?
Alongside structured explanations and hands-on case studies, this course now incorporates interactive roleplays powered by Udemy’s latest AI-driven tool. These simulations recreate real-world business scenarios, allowing you not only to learn the concepts but to practice negotiation and decision-making in a safe, guided environment.

What you will learn:

• The fundamentals of private equity and the investment process.

• How to evaluate a leveraged buyout transaction using the Adjusted Present Value method.

• A full case study on the LBO of DuPont’s Coatings Division, exploring value drivers such as EBITDA growth, multiple arbitrage, and financial leverage.

• How to build and use an Excel model to simulate valuation scenarios.

• Practical decision-making through roleplays and interactive exercises.

Who is this course for?

• Ambitious students and young professionals aiming for careers in investment banking, corporate finance, consulting, or private equity.

• Professionals from diverse fields (finance, accounting, business, law) seeking to build a solid understanding of LBOs.

• Learners who value clarity, real-world applications, and interactive practice.

Level: Intermediate. A basic understanding of free cash flow and NPV is assumed.

This course is designed to demystify Private Equity and make LBOs accessible, practical, and relevant. If your goal is to strengthen your foundation, build confidence, and experience decision-making in a controlled environment, you’ll find tremendous value here.

I look forward to welcoming you into the fascinating world of Private Equity. Your future in finance awaits!