Course Overview
This comprehensive 12-week course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and deep knowledge required for mastering business valuation modeling. Participants will delve into various valuation techniques, gain proficiency in financial statement analysis, and develop advanced modeling skills crucial for accurately valuing a business. Through practical exercises, real-world case studies, and interactive learning sessions, participants will emerge as proficient financial modelers ready to tackle complex valuation challenges.
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Course Content
The course is structured to provide a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and practical application. Each week, participants will engage in interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, and case studies designed to reinforce learning. The curriculum is progressive, starting with foundational concepts and advancing to complex modelling techniques.
This well-structured and comprehensive course will provide participants with a solid foundation in business valuation modelling, equipping them with practical skills and knowledge applicable in real-world scenarios. The curriculum allows participants to:
» Understand the fundamentals, importance, key concepts, and different types of business valuation.
» Gain in-depth knowledge of financial statements, key financial ratios, and essential metrics for valuation.
» Learn about various valuation methods, their strengths and weaknesses, and criteria for selecting the appropriate method.
» Understand Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) principles, build cash flow projections, estimate discount rates, and calculate terminal value.
» Explore principles and techniques for Comparable Company Analysis (CCA) and Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA).
» Delve into Adjusted Present Value (APV), Leveraged Buyout (LBO) analysis, real options valuation, and develop financial forecasting techniques.
» Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis, learn best practices for model presentation, and apply techniques in a comprehensive case study.
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Key Takeaways
By the end of the course, participants will:
» Gain a deep understanding of the basic principles and methodologies used in business valuation and financial modelling.
» Become proficient in different valuation techniques such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Comparable Company Analysis (CCA), Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA), and Adjusted Present Value (APV).
» Learn to use advanced Excel functions and features to build robust financial models.
» Acquire the ability to analyze financial statements in-depth, extract valuable insights, and create accurate financial forecasts that feed into valuation models.
» Understand how to perform sensitivity analysis to identify key value drivers and scenario analysis.
» Learn to structure, format, and present valuation models effectively, ensuring clarity, precision, and professional presentation standards.
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Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
» Financial analysts and associates in investment banking, equity research, and corporate finance.
» Corporate finance professionals and CFOs looking to enhance their valuation skills.
» Accountants and auditors interested in gaining a deeper understanding of business valuation.
» Business consultants and advisors providing financial advice and valuation services.
» Students and graduates specializing in finance and want to build practical valuation skills.
» Entrepreneurs and business owners interested in understanding how to value their businesses for various purposes, including fundraising and exit strategies.
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