IPOs & FPOs: Apply Valuation Strategies

This course is part of IPO Process and Market Valuation Strategies Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain IPO and FPO fundamentals and assess their advantages and risks.
Analyze the role of investment banks in capital raising.
Apply valuation techniques to compare IPOs and FPOs in real-world contexts.

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By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain IPO and FPO fundamentals, analyze the role of investment banks, evaluate IPO advantages and risks, apply quantitative and qualitative factors in IPO readiness, and differentiate between IPOs and FPOs using valuation-driven methods.

This course provides a comprehensive pathway into the world of fundraising through Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and Follow-on Public Offerings (FPOs). You’ll begin with the core principles of capital raising and the critical role of investment banks, then move into public offering strategies and the trade-offs companies face when going public. From there, you will dive deep into valuation techniques such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) and Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio, explore share structures, deal size, and ultimately compare IPOs with FPOs in real-world contexts. What makes this course unique is its blend of theoretical clarity and practical valuation insights, ensuring learners not only understand IPO mechanics but can also apply professional methods to assess and interpret offerings. Whether you’re an aspiring finance professional, entrepreneur, or investor, this course equips you with the knowledge to navigate capital markets with confidence.

This module introduces the fundamentals of fundraising through IPOs and FPOs, the critical role of investment banks, and the underwriting and book-building process. Learners will gain an essential foundation in how companies access capital markets and the mechanisms that support public offerings.

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11 videos4 assignments1 plugin

11 videosTotal 88 minutes

Introduction to Fund Raising IPOs and FPOS6 minutes
Introduction to Investment Bank6 minutes
Underwriting and Book Building10 minutes
Introduction to Public offerings FPOs11 minutes
Advantages and Disadvantages of IPOs8 minutes
Quantitative and Qualitative Factor in IPOs9 minutes
IPO Valuations7 minutes
IPO Valuations Continues5 minutes
Primary and Secondary Shares in IPOs11 minutes
Deal Size and Gross Proceeds In IPOs7 minutes
Difference Between IPOs and FPOs4 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Foundations of Fundraising & Investment Banking10 minutes
Public Offerings and Strategic Considerations10 minutes
Valuation, Deal Structures, and Comparisons10 minutes
Graded - Mastering IPOs and FPOs – From Basics to Valuation30 minutes

1 pluginTotal 30 minutes

Deciding When and How to Go Public: IPOs, FPOs, and Valuation Choices30 minutes

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