Financial Modeling Course

Financial Modeling course is offered by The XL Academy. The XL Academy is a capability-building and training solutions organization with deep industry experience and a flair for coaching. We are focused on developing skills in Basic & Advanced Analytics to emerge as “Industry Ready” professionals and enhance their career opportunities.

Course Content:

• Module 1: Introduction to Financial Modeling
• 1.1. What is Financial Modeling?
• 1.2. Importance of Financial Modeling
• 1.3. Excel Basics for Financial Modeling
• Module 2: Financial Statements
• 2.1. Understanding Financial Statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement)
• 2.2. Historical vs. Projected Financial Statements
• 2.3. Accounting Principles and Assumptions
• Module 3: Forecasting Techniques
• 3.1. Sales and Revenue Forecasting
• 3.2. Expense and Cost Forecasting
• 3.3. Building a Sales Forecast Model
• 3.4. Scenario Analysis
• Module 4: Time Value of Money (TVM)
• 4.1. Time Value of Money Principles
• 4.2. Discounting and Compounding
• 4.3. Present Value and Future Value Calculations
• 4.4. Net Present Value (NPV) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
• Module 5: Excel for Financial Modeling
• 5.1. Advanced Excel Functions (e.g., IF, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP)
• 5.2. Data Validation and Protection
• 5.3. Sensitivity Analysis and Goal Seeking
• 5.4. Excel Shortcuts for Efficiency
• Module 6: Valuation Methods
• 6.1. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Valuation
• 6.2. Comparable Company Analysis (Comps)
• 6.3. Precedent Transaction Analysis
• 6.4. Multiples and Ratios
• Module 7: Risk Analysis
• 7.1. Risk Assessment and Management
• 7.2. Sensitivity Analysis
• 7.3. Monte Carlo Simulation
• 7.4. Probability Distributions
• Module 8: Capital Markets and Securities
• 8.1. Overview of Capital Markets
• 8.2. Types of Securities (Equity, Debt, Derivatives)
• 8.3. Primary vs. Secondary Markets
• 8.4. Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and Follow-on Offerings
• Module 9: Debt Financing and Credit Analysis
• 9.1. Debt Instruments and Structures (Bonds, Loans)
• 9.2. Credit Risk Assessment and Credit Analysis
• 9.3. Leveraged Finance and Debt Capital Markets
• 9.4. Debt Restructuring and Distressed Debt
• Module 10: Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
• 10.1. M&A Overview and Process
• 10.2. M&A Valuation Techniques
• 10.3. Merger Consequences Analysis
• 10.4. M&A Deal Structuring and Negotiation
• Module 11: Building a Comprehensive Financial Model
• 11.1. Integration of Forecasting, TVM, and Valuation
• 11.2. Projecting Financial Statements
• 11.3. Calculating Key Financial Ratios
• 11.4. Building a DCF Model
• Module 12: Excel Tools and Add-Ins
• 12.1. Introduction to Financial Modeling Software
• 12.2. Using Excel Add-Ins (e.g., Solver, Data Tables)
• 12.3. Data Visualization and Dashboards
• Module 13: Case Studies and Real-World Applications
• 13.1. Analyzing Real Business Cases
• 13.2. Mergers and Acquisitions Modeling
• 13.3. Project Finance Modeling
• 13.4. Equity Research and Investment Analysis
• Module 14: Presentation and Reporting
• 14.1. Communicating Results Effectively
• 14.2. Building Professional Reports
• 14.3. Presenting Findings to Stakeholders