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Wolfgang K
- Research Program Mentor
MBA at Cornell University
Expertise
Finance, Technology
Bio
Wolfgang is a finance professional with a profound passion for academic excellence and financial research. He holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance and Accounting from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, where he was an active participant in the Investment Research and Asset Management (IRAM) program and served as a Lead Teaching Assistant. Wolfgang's academic journey is marked by his deep interest in mergers and acquisitions, corporate bankruptcy, and restructuring, which he extensively explored during his time at Cornell and through his professional experiences. Outside of his professional pursuits, Wolfgang is an avid gamer and a lifelong music producer. With over 3,000 hours logged in his Steam library, he enjoys immersing himself in the worlds of Fallout and Diablo. Additionally, Wolfgang is a poker live tournament champion, showcasing his strategic thinking and passion for Texas Hold'Em. When he's not gaming or analyzing financial data, he creates music inspired by artists like Aphex Twin, Atticus Ross, and Trent Reznor using Ableton Live, blending his analytical skills with his creative talents.Project ideas
Finance Capstone Project: Comprehensive Financial Valuation and Strategic Development - Investment Banking, Equity Research, and Asset Management
Relevant For: High school students preparing for undergraduate programs in Business, Finance, and Economics with a particular mid to long-term interesting in high finance. Designed to give a broad overview of how companies work and how investors and businesses decide to buy and sell companies and manage portfolios. Objective: Perform a comprehensive financial valuation of a company and develop strategic recommendations for potential acquisition targets or corporate development opportunities. This project may be tailored for buy and sell side interest, and corporate finance. Project Scope: Financial Valuation: -Analyze revenue streams, profit margins, cash flow, and balance sheet stability -Utilize DCF, CCA, and precedent transactions for valuation Market Analysis: -Assess the competitive landscape -Identify industry trends and growth drivers Strategic Recommendations: -Propose strategic acquisition targets or expansion opportunities -Evaluate financial and strategic fit, synergies, and potential ROI Implementation Plan: -Outline timelines, key milestones, and risk mitigation strategies -Assess the impact on financial performance and market position Deliverables: -Financial valuation report -Market analysis report -Strategic recommendations -Implementation plan Significance: This project equips students with experience in financial analysis, strategic planning, and market research within the industry of your choosing. By focusing on a company, students gain insights into the complexities of various sectors and strategic corporate finance decisions, preparing them for top university programs.