Advanced Financial Modelling

Advanced Financial Modelling

 

Why You Should Attend

This course is designed to elevate your financial modeling skills to an intermediate-advanced level, enabling you to build robust, dynamic financial models that can support strategic decision-making in your organization. You will learn best practices, advanced techniques, and how to apply them in real-world scenarios. Attending this course will enhance your analytical capabilities, improve your efficiency, and provide you with the tools to make informed financial decisions.

 

Course Objectives

At the end of this course you will :

• Enhance understanding of financial modeling principles and techniques.
• Develop advanced skills in building and analyzing financial models.
• Improve ability to forecast financial performance and conduct valuation.
• Learn to create dynamic and interactive models using advanced Excel functions.
• Gain proficiency in stress testing and scenario analysis.

 

Personal Impact

• Attendees will Increased confidence in developing and using complex financial models.
• Attendees will Improved analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attendees will Enhanced ability to provide valuable insights and recommendations based on model outputs.
• Attendees will develop greater efficiency in building and maintaining financial models.
• You will be better prepared for senior finance roles and responsibilities.

 

Organizational Impact

• More accurate and reliable financial forecasts and valuations.
• Improved strategic decision-making based on robust financial models.
• Enhanced capability to analyze various business scenarios and risks.
• Increased productivity and efficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Strengthened financial planning and performance management processes.

 

Target Audience

• Financial analysts and planners
• Investment bankers
• Corporate finance professionals
• Accountants and auditors
• Business analysts
• Anyone involved in financial forecasting, budgeting, and decision support

 

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Hands-on exercises and case studies
• Real-world examples and best practices
• Step-by-step guidance on building financial models
• Peer and instructor feedback on modeling techniques

 

Course Outline

 

Day 1: Introduction to Advanced Financial Modelling

Welcome and Course Overview

• Introduction to course objectives and structure
• Importance of financial modeling in strategic decision-making

Review of Financial Modelling Basics

• Key concepts and principles
• Recap of fundamental Excel functions and tools

 

Best Practices in Financial Modelling

• Model design and structure
• Ensuring accuracy and reliability
• Documentation and version control

 

Day 2: Building Advanced Financial Models

Advanced Excel Functions for Modelling

• Advanced lookup and reference functions
• Array formulas and dynamic ranges
• Data validation and conditional formatting

 

Financial Forecasting Techniques

• Revenue and expense forecasting
• Working capital and cash flow projections
• Sensitivity analysis and scenario planning

 

Integrated Financial Statements Modelling

• Building dynamic income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement models
• Linking financial statements for consistency and accuracy
• Automating model updates and calculations

 

Day 3: Valuation and Investment Analysis

• Valuation Methods
• Discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis
• Comparable company analysis (CCA)
• Precedent transactions analysis

 

Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Modelling

• Key components of an LBO model
• Building and analyzing LBO scenarios
• Assessing financial feasibility and returns

 

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Modelling

• Accretion/dilution analysis
• Synergy identification and valuation
• Structuring and financing M&A deals

 

Day 4: Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis

Stress Testing Models

• Identifying key risk factors
• Applying stress scenarios to financial models
• Analyzing the impact on financial performance

 

Scenario Analysis Techniques

• Developing base, best, and worst-case scenarios
• Using data tables and scenario manager
• Communicating scenario outcomes to stakeholders

Dynamic and Interactive Modelling

• Creating user-friendly dashboards and reports
• Using advanced charts and visualizations
• Implementing interactive controls (e.g., drop-downs, checkboxes)

 

Day 5: Practical Applications and Case Studies

Real-World Case Studies

• Analysis of complex financial modeling examples
• Lessons learned and best practices from industry leaders

Interactive Workshops

• Group activities to apply learned concepts
• Building and refining financial models
• Practical exercises in forecasting, valuation, and scenario analysis

-Review and Action Planning

• Recap of key concepts and techniques
• Developing action plans for participants’ organizations
• Q&A session and feedback