This opening chapter lays the foundation for the course by introducing the key principles and concepts of value investing.

Fundamental to value investing is the ability to thoroughly analyze a company's financial statements.

Value investors must go beyond financial metrics and develop a deep understanding of a company's underlying business model, competitive landscape, and industry dynamics.

The heart of value investing lies in the ability to accurately determine a company's intrinsic value.

Identifying undervalued investment opportunities is a crucial skill for value investors.

Value investing requires a disciplined and analytical approach to decision-making.

The final chapter of the course will focus on the principles of portfolio management and risk control for value investors.