Valuation is a complex process involving detailed analysis and industry expertise and not simply an arithmetic exercise. Many people get it wrong by ignoring the key factors that drive value. How good are the products? What risks are attached to the cash flows? Does the company have a competitive advantage? Corporate Valuation will help readers to understand the value of a business and assess whether strategies such as an acquisition, disposal or expansion will enhance value. Topics include: * Ratio measurements * Cash flow-Based Valuation * Valuation of Capital Assets * Business Risks * Financial Risks * Returns On Investment (ROI) *Inspired by basic entry level training courses that have been developed by major international banks worldwide * Will enable students and those already in the finance profession to gain an understanding of the basic information and principles of cash flow forecasting * Includes questions with answers, study topics, practical "real world" examples and extensive bibliography.