Course Title: Financial Modeling with Excel Master Class
Duration: 30 Hours
Cost: KES. 45,000.00
Course Description:
This intensive course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of financial modeling techniques and their application in real-world scenarios.
Participants will learn how to build financial models from scratch, analyze financial statements, and make informed business decisions.
Module 1: Introduction to Financial Modeling
- What is Financial Modeling?
- Importance of Financial Modeling
- Excel Basics for Financial Modeling
- Building a Simple Financial Model
Module 2: Financial Statement Analysis
- Understanding Financial Statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement
- Common-Size and Trend Analysis
- Case Study: Analyzing Financial Statements
Module 3: Forecasting and Projections
- Time Value of Money (TVM) Concepts
- Forecasting Sales and Expenses
- Building a 3-Statement Model
- Sensitivity Analysis and Scenarios
Module 4: Valuation Techniques
- Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation
- Comparable Company Analysis (Comps)
- Precedent Transactions Analysis
- Valuation Case Study
Module 5: Advanced Financial Modeling
- Building a Merger and Acquisition (M&A) Model
- Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Modeling
- Scenario Analysis for M&A and LBO Models
- Model Auditing and Error Checking
Module 6: Excel Tips and Tricks for Financial Modeling
- Advanced Excel Functions (e.g., IF, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP)
- Data Validation and Error Handling
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficient Modeling
- Excel Add-Ins for Financial Modeling
Module 7: Business Case Studies
- Real-Life Business Case Studies
- Industry-Specific Modeling Considerations
- Analyzing and Presenting Model Results
- Group Project: Create and Present a Financial Model
Module 8: Risk Analysis and Monte Carlo Simulation
- Introduction to Risk Analysis
- Monte Carlo Simulation Basics
- Integrating Simulation into Financial Models
- Managing Uncertainty in Decision-Making
Module 9: Excel Automation and Macros
- Introduction to Macros and VBA (Visual Basic for Applications)
- Writing Basic Macros for Financial Modeling
- Automating Repetitive Tasks in Excel
- Debugging and Error Handling in VBA
Module 10: Final Project and Presentations
- Independent Financial Modeling Project
- Peer Review and Feedback
- Final Model Presentation
- Course Wrap-Up and Graduation
- Assessment