What if the biggest companies in the world are no longer built in public markets? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we unpack the hidden world of private capital and how companies are raising billions of dollars without ever going public. For decades, the traditional path to growth was clear. Companies either borrowed from…
The market for data analytics skills is growing. So is the number of certifications competing for your attention. Whether you’re breaking into analytics for the first time, switching careers, or looking to validate new skills, the right credential can sharpen your skill set, strengthen your resume, and signal readiness to employers. The “right” certification looks…
In this episode of What’s New at CFI, we break down one of the most practical and career-defining skills in finance: building professional PowerPoint presentations and pitch books. Strong financial analysis is only part of the job. At some point, every analyst needs to communicate their work clearly to senior stakeholders, clients, or investors. That…
Hedge funds are one of the most competitive destinations in finance. The work is intellectually demanding, the compensation can be significant, and the people around you are driven. The path in and the path up look different from most other finance careers. This guide walks you through what hedge fund professionals do, what skills and…
In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we dive into one of the most critical but overlooked foundations of finance: internal controls and fraud prevention. What starts as a simple reconciliation issue quickly becomes a much bigger question about trust, accuracy, and the systems that keep businesses running. Internal controls are often misunderstood as bureaucratic…
Every major lending decision starts with a credit analyst. Businesses rely on them to assess loan risk. If you enjoy financial analysis and want to make real business decisions, credit analysis is worth exploring. Credit analyst roles exist across a wide range of industries and institution types. Breaking into credit analysis doesn’t require a prestigious…
In this episode of What’s New at CFI, Meeyeon Park speaks with Joseph Yeates about the refreshed SQL Fundamentals course and what has changed in the updated version. They discuss who the course is designed for, what learners will focus on in the new version, and why SQL remains a practical skill for finance, business…
Risk management professionals are essential to the stability and integrity of the financial services industry, attracting detail-oriented professionals who thrive at the intersection of analysis, strategy, and regulatory compliance. This guide explores various career paths in risk management and provides insights into roles, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required to succeed in this challenging yet rewarding…
What should a company do with billions in cash? Reinvest in growth, pay down debt, or return it to shareholders? In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained on FinPod, we break down one of the most important decisions in corporate finance: dividend strategy. Using real-world case studies and corporate finance frameworks, we explore how companies…
Are you solving the right problem or just solving it quickly? In today’s fast-moving world of AI, shifting markets, and constant complexity, the biggest risk in finance and business isn’t slow decision-making. It’s solving the wrong problem entirely. In this episode of What’s New at CFI, Meeyeon sits down with Timothy Tiryaki, co-author of CFI’s…
