# FINANCE 425: Case Studies in Finance | UW–Madison

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## Dataset

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### title

CASE STUDIES IN FINANCE

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Analysis of capital budgeting, new product launches, geographic expansion, mergers and acquisitions (MA), international finance, and initial public offerings (IPOs). Development of advanced analytical and communication skills through extensive case analysis, discussions, and presentations.

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## following

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