What you'll get
- 3+ Hours
- 1 Courses
- Course Completion Certificates
- Self-paced Courses
- Technical Support
- Case Studies
Synopsis
- Develop Profit & Loss statements starting from raw data sets.
- Prepare and analyze projected financial statements for forecasting purposes.
- Construct comprehensive valuation models from the ground up.
- Master key finance-related functions within Microsoft Excel.
- Gain proficiency in all critical Excel formulas used for financial analysis.
- Utilize Excel to generate and automate financial ratio calculations efficiently.
Content
| Courses | No. of Hours | Certificates | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrick Gold Financial Modeling | 2h 52m | ✔ | View Curriculum |
Description
The Financial Analysis & Modeling for the Metal Sector course equips learners with practical skills to build robust financial models, using Barrick Gold Corp as the case study for all forecasting and modeling exercises. Financial modeling is an essential tool across multiple finance domains, including Equity Research, Investment Banking, Credit Research, and Risk Management.
Participants will learn to create models for a variety of scenarios, such as:
- Valuing companies using DCF and relative valuation methods
- Assessing IPO opportunities
- Conducting M&A analysis with dedicated M&A models
- Evaluating projects through project finance modeling
- Budgeting and financial planning
- Startup evaluation and strategic growth planning
- Supporting strategic decision-making and expansion initiatives
Financial models are typically developed by finance professionals specializing in areas like investment banking, equity research, credit analysis, risk assessment, and portfolio management. Investment bankers and financial analysts leverage models to identify investment opportunities and determine optimal strategies. Equity research analysts analyze company performance and stock potential, while credit analysts evaluate creditworthiness and repayment capacity. Risk analysts use models to quantify investment risks, and portfolio managers rely on them to make informed investment decisions. Additionally, CFOs, accountants, and financial consultants create financial models to guide corporate planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives.
Requirements
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including versions 2010, 2013, 2016, 2020, or Microsoft Excel 365.
- Basic familiarity with spreadsheets, formulas, and data manipulation to ensure smooth learning of advanced financial modeling techniques.
- A foundational understanding of finance or accounting concepts can maximize the benefits of the course content.
Target Audience
- Financial analysts and managers seeking to enhance and broaden their existing skill set.
- Graduates, postgraduates, Chartered Accountants (CA), and Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) are aiming to strengthen their financial expertise.
- Business and finance professionals looking to advance their proficiency in Excel and financial modeling techniques.
