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Evaluating Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Decision Making

5.0(10)

By GBA Corporate

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This course is designed to evaluate the financial statement, budget and making an effective decision. It will help to understand Discounted Cash Flow and its techniques, applications of financial statements and decision-making process.  In this programme, you will challenge representatives to learn how to make use of financial statements to assess the strategic or financial performance of an organization. It will help to understand DCF Discounted Cash Flow techniques along with their apps for financial making decisions and making use of ratios in order to identify the major areas of concern. Find out the elements like weaker financial signals, major success factors, and robust financial signals within your own industry. It Projects future performance assuredly through real-world budgeting.

Evaluating Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Decision Making
Delivered in-person, on-request, onlineDelivered Online & In-Person in Internationally
£1718 to £3626

ADVANCED VALUATION FOR INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS

By Behind The Balance Sheet

This course was developed for one of the largest investment institutions in the world, a multi-trillion household name. We explain in detail our tips and tricks to build an accurate and rolling enterprise value, and then review different valuation methodologies, from DCF, through the sum of the parts and football field analyses to LTV/CAC based methods. We conclude with a series of case studies examining the valuation of individual stocks.

ADVANCED VALUATION FOR INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS
Delivered in-person, on-requestDelivered In-Person in Internationally
Price on Enquiry

Cost reduction (In-House)

By The In House Training Company

Businesses that don't control their costs don't stay in business. How well are you doing? Is everyone in your organisation sufficiently aware of costs, managing them effectively and maximising opportunities to reduce them? If there is scope for improvement, this course will help get you back on track. It will demonstrate that cost reduction is so much more than cost control and cost cutting. True cost management is about being aware of costs, seeking to reduce them through good design and efficient operating practices whilst taking continuing action on overspending. This course will develop the participants' skills in: * Being aware of costs at all times * Seeking cost reduction from the start (including life-cycle costing) * Appraising projects / production to identify and take out risk * Understanding real budgeting * Using techniques such as ZBB and ABC where appropriate * Ensuring cost reports lead to action * Managing a cost reduction process that delivers Benefits to the organisation will include: * Identification of cost reduction and business improvement opportunities * Better reporting and ownership of costs * Greater awareness and control of everyday costs 1 INTRODUCTION - THE COST MANAGEMENT PROCESS * The risks of poor cost control * Capital and revenue costs * The importance of cost awareness * The importance of cost reduction * Cost management - the key aspects * How to build a cost management and control process checklist for your areas of responsibility 2 COST REMOVAL - TAKING OUT COSTS * Cost awareness * Costs of poor design / poor processes * Value engineering * Removing redundant costs 3 THE NEED FOR COMMERCIAL, TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL APPRAISALS * Understand the problems before cash is committed and costs incurred * Making the effort to identify commercial and technical risk * The time value of money - DCF techniques for long term projects * Cost models for production processes and projects * Costing models - project appraisals * The use of spreadsheets to identify sensitivity and risk * How to focus on risk management 4 BUDGETING - PROPER BUDGETING CHALLENGES COSTS * The philosophy of the business - are costs an issue? * The importance of having the right culture * The need for detailed business objectives * Budgetary control measures * Designing budget reports - for action 5 ZERO-BASED BUDGETING (ZBB) - THE PRINCIPLES * Much more than starting with a clean sheet of paper * What ZBB can achieve * The concept of decision packages - to challenge business methods and costs * Only necessary costs should be incurred * A review of an operating budget - demonstrating what ZBB challenges and the costs it may lead to being taken out 6 AWARENESS OF OVERHEADS AND OTHER COSTS * Definitions of cost - direct and indirect * Dealing with overheads - what is meant by allocation, absorption or apportionment? * The apparent and real problems with overheads * Different ways of dealing with overheads * Review of overhead allocation methods and accounting and reporting issues 7 OVERHEADS AND PRODUCT COSTING * Activity-based costing (ABC) - the principles * Where and how the ABC approach may be helpful * Know the 'true' cost of a product or a project * Should you be in business? Will you stay in business? * Identifying weaknesses in a traditional overhead allocation * How ABC will help improve product or service costing * Identifying which products and activities should be developed and which abandoned 8 COST REDUCTION CULTURE * The need for cost reports * What measures can be used to identify over-spends as early as possible * Cost control performance measures and ratios 9 DESIGN OF COST CONTROL REPORTS * Reports should lead to action and deliver * Selecting cost control measures which can be acted upon * Practice in designing action reports 10 COURSE SUMMARY - DEVELOPING YOUR OWN COST ACTION PLAN * Group and individual action plans will be prepared with a view to participants identifying their cost risks areas and the techniques which can be immediately applied to improve costing and reduce costs

Cost reduction (In-House)
Delivered in-person, on-request, onlineDelivered Online & In-Person in Harpenden
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Real Estate Financial Modelling School

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

This week long CPD accredited training is ideal for those Real Estate professionals, who are looking to bolster the DCF modelling skills. This course covers Real Estate Investment, Development, Finance & Risk.

Real Estate Financial Modelling School
Delivered Online or in person5 days, Jun 17th, 09:00 + 2 more
£4600

Online Course - Property Development

5.0(25)

By Property Elite

Are you looking for an online course produced by industry professionals to boost your skills and knowledge in Property Development? Our online courses are the perfect way to gain formal (and additional informal) CPD hours for RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates, as well as qualified surveyors. Our courses are perfect to study over 6-8 weeks, using a variety of learning resources, including videos, quizzes, worked examples and text.

Online Course - Property Development
Delivered Online On Demand
£400

Online Course - Property Valuation & Investment

5.0(25)

By Property Elite

Are you looking for an online course produced by industry professionals to boost your skills and knowledge in Property Valuation & Investment? Our online courses are the perfect way to gain formal (and additional informal) CPD hours for RICS APC and AssocRICS candidates, as well as qualified surveyors. Our courses are perfect to study over 6-8 weeks, using a variety of learning resources, including videos, quizzes, worked examples and text.

Online Course - Property Valuation & Investment
Delivered Online On Demand
£400

A comprehensive understanding of equity as a means of corporate funding, offering insights into both the private equity and public equity landscapes, venture capital, and the strategic considerations involved in raising and managing equity investments. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What is Inside the manual? Discounted Cash Flow Techniques This section provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying discounted cash flow (DCF) valuation, including the basics of discounting, the structure of DCF valuations, estimating free cash flow, and calculating terminal value. It covers key value drivers like sales growth rates and EBITDA margins, and compares free cash flow to the firm (FCFF) and free cash flow to equity (FCFE). Cost of Capital An essential element in financial modelling and valuation, this part delves into risk types, the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), calculating the cost of debt, and determining the weighted average cost of capital (WACC). It explores firm-specific vs. market risk, beta calculations, equity risk premiums, and the optimal leverage ratio. Comparable Company Analysis (Comps) Focusing on how to conduct comps analysis, this section discusses selecting a comparable universe, moving from equity value to enterprise value, choosing the appropriate multiples, and adjusting for special situations like currency impacts and exceptional items. It provides practical insights into valuing companies using comps. Precedent Transactions Analysis Offering an overview of using precedent transactions for valuation, including sourcing relevant transaction information, understanding the mechanics of analysis, and considerations for equity value vs. enterprise value. This section is vital for assessing past transactions to inform current valuations. Valuation Integrations and Considerations Combining elements of DCF, cost of capital, comps, and precedent transactions, this part synthesises the methods into a cohesive valuation approach. It addresses practical aspects like calculating unfunded pension liabilities, adjusting for leases, and understanding the impact of capital structure on valuations. Valuation A concise guide covers key financial valuation techniques, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, cost of capital estimation, comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis. It addresses how to estimate future cash flows, calculate a company's cost of capital using CAPM and WACC, apply valuation multiples, and assess the strategic considerations behind M&A premiums.

Valuation
Delivered Online On Demand
£20

Finance Principles

By Apex Learning

OVERVIEW This comprehensive course on Finance Principles will deepen your understanding on this topic. After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This Finance Principles comes with accredited certification from CPD, which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. HOW WILL I GET MY CERTIFICATE? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Finance Principles. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. REQUIREMENTS Our Finance Principles is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. CAREER PATH Learning this new skill will help you to advance in your career. It will diversify your job options and help you develop new techniques to keep up with the fast-changing world. This skillset will help you to- * Open doors of opportunities * Increase your adaptability * Keep you relevant * Boost confidence And much more! COURSE CURRICULUM 6 sections • 46 lectures • 02:02:00 total length •Finance and Free Market Economies: 00:02:00 •Principles of Finance - Theory (Part 1): 00:04:00 •Principles of Finance - Theory (Part 2): 00:02:00 •Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): 00:01:00 •Interest Rates, Bonds and Annuities: 00:03:00 •Bonds: 00:03:00 •Bond Duration: 00:02:00 •Capital Market Theory - Risk & Return: Efficient Market Hypothesis: 00:03:00 •Security Market Line - Risk & Return: 00:04:00 •Security Market Line: 00:02:00 •Capital Asset Pricing Model: 00:01:00 •Portfolio Theory: 00:03:00 •Corporate Finance: 00:03:00 •Optimal Capital Structure - Debt vs. Equity: 00:03:00 •Interest Tax Shield / Cost of Financial Distress: 00:04:00 •Financial Leverage and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC): 00:02:00 •Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL): 00:05:00 •Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT): 00:01:00 •Capital Budgeting Methods / Techniques: 00:02:00 •Internal Rate of Return Method (IRR): 00:03:00 •Understanding Financial Statements / Financial Ratio Analysis: 00:06:00 •Company Stock Valuations: 00:02:00 •Valuation (Enterprises / Companies / Project): 00:06:00 •DCF Method - Company Enterprise Value: 00:02:00 •Calculation of the Free Cash Flow: 00:02:00 •Common Stock Valuation: 00:02:00 •Derivatives - Options and Future Contracts: 00:04:00 •Future Contracts: 00:04:00 •Call Option: 00:05:00 •SWAPS: 00:02:00 •Options Valuation and Pricing - Numerical and Black-Scholes: 00:02:00 •Cost, Price, Rates and Dividends: 00:02:00 •Analysis for Trading Purposes - Technical Analysis: 00:03:00 •Types of Trends: 00:02:00 •Support and Resistance / Volume: 00:02:00 •Moving Averages: 00:03:00 •Moving Average Convergence: 00:01:00 •Fundamental vs. Technical Analysis: 00:02:00 •Financial Forecasting: 00:02:00 •Regression, Correlation and Covariance: 00:02:00 •Time Series Analysis- Congregation and Random Walk: 00:05:00 •Errors in Statistical Forecasts: 00:03:00 •Econometrics Tools - Seasonality, Smoothing and Errors: 00:02:00 •Smoothing Techniques: 00:01:00 •Qualitative Methods - Survey, Research and Delphi: 00:02:00 •Assignment - Finance Principles: 00:00:00

Finance Principles
Delivered Online On Demand
£12

Finance Assets

By Apex Learning

OVERVIEW This comprehensive course on Finance Assets will deepen your understanding on this topic. After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This Finance Assets comes with accredited certification from CPD, which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. HOW WILL I GET MY CERTIFICATE? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Finance Assets. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. REQUIREMENTS Our Finance Assets is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. CAREER PATH Learning this new skill will help you to advance in your career. It will diversify your job options and help you develop new techniques to keep up with the fast-changing world. This skillset will help you to- * Open doors of opportunities * Increase your adaptability * Keep you relevant * Boost confidence And much more! COURSE CURRICULUM 5 sections • 45 lectures • 02:02:00 total length •Finance and Free Market Economies: 00:02:00 •Principles of Finance - Theory (Part 1): 00:04:00 •Principles of Finance - Theory (Part 2): 00:02:00 •Discounted Cash Flow (DCF): 00:01:00 •Interest Rates, Bonds and Annuities: 00:03:00 •Bonds: 00:03:00 •Bond Duration: 00:02:00 •Capital Market Theory - Risk & Return: Efficient Market Hypothesis: 00:03:00 •Security Market Line - Risk & Return: 00:04:00 •Security Market Line: 00:02:00 •Capital Asset Pricing Model: 00:01:00 •Portfolio Theory: 00:03:00 •Corporate Finance: 00:03:00 •Optimal Capital Structure - Debt vs. Equity: 00:03:00 •Interest Tax Shield / Cost of Financial Distress: 00:04:00 •Financial Leverage and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC): 00:02:00 •Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL): 00:05:00 •Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT): 00:01:00 •Capital Budgeting Methods / Techniques: 00:02:00 •Internal Rate of Return Method (IRR): 00:03:00 •Understanding Financial Statements / Financial Ratio Analysis: 00:06:00 •Company Stock Valuations: 00:02:00 •Valuation (Enterprises / Companies / Project): 00:06:00 •DCF Method - Company Enterprise Value: 00:02:00 •Calculation of the Free Cash Flow: 00:02:00 •Common Stock Valuation: 00:02:00 •Derivatives - Options and Future Contracts: 00:04:00 •Future Contracts: 00:04:00 •Call Option: 00:05:00 •SWAPS: 00:02:00 •Options Valuation and Pricing - Numerical and Black-Scholes: 00:02:00 •Cost, Price, Rates and Dividends: 00:02:00 •Analysis for Trading Purposes - Technical Analysis: 00:03:00 •Types of Trends: 00:02:00 •Support and Resistance / Volume: 00:02:00 •Moving Averages: 00:03:00 •Moving Average Convergence: 00:01:00 •Fundamental vs. Technical Analysis: 00:02:00 •Financial Forecasting: 00:02:00 •Regression, Correlation and Covariance: 00:02:00 •Time Series Analysis- Congregation and Random Walk: 00:05:00 •Errors in Statistical Forecasts: 00:03:00 •Econometrics Tools - Seasonality, Smoothing and Errors: 00:02:00 •Smoothing Techniques: 00:01:00 •Qualitative Methods - Survey, Research and Delphi: 00:02:00

Finance Assets
Delivered Online On Demand
£12

Investment Banking Level 2 & 3 at QLS

By Imperial Academy

Level 3 QLS Endorsed Course | Endorsed Certificate Included | Plus 5 Career Guided Courses | CPD Accredited

Investment Banking Level 2 & 3 at QLS
Delivered Online On Demand
£129

How to Pass a Real Estate Financial Modelling Test

4.3(5)

By Bayfield Training

This course has been specifically designed to assist professionals applying for Real Estate positions where a Real Estate Financial Modelling test is a requisite part of the interview process.

How to Pass a Real Estate Financial Modelling Test
Delivered on-request, onlineDelivered Online
Price on Enquiry

Finance Principles Course

By NextGen Learning

OVERVIEW By enroling in Finance Principles, you can kickstart your vibrant career and strengthen your profound knowledge. You can learn everything you need to know about the topic. The Finance Principles course includes all of the most recent information to keep you abreast of the employment market and prepare you for your future. The curriculum for this excellent Finance Principles course includes modules at all skill levels, from beginner to expert. You will have the productivity necessary to succeed in your organisation once you have completed our Finance Principles Program. So enrol in our Finance Principles course right away if you're keen to envision yourself in a rewarding career. DESCRIPTION Enroling in this Finance Principles course can improve your Finance Principles perspective, regardless of your skill levels in the Finance Principles topics you want to master. If you're already a Finance Principles expert, this peek under the hood will provide you with suggestions for accelerating your learning, including advanced Finance Principles insights that will help you make the most of your time. This Finance Principles course will act as a guide for you if you've ever wished to excel at Finance Principles. WHY CHOOSE US? * This course is accredited by the CPD Quality Standards. * Lifetime access to the whole collection of the learning materials. * Online test with immediate results. * Enroling in the course has no additional cost. * You can study and complete the course at your own pace. * Study for the course using any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or mobile device. CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised CPD certificate and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £4.99 and Hardcopy Certificate for £9.99. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? This Finance Principles course is a great place to start if you're looking to start a new career in Finance Principles field. This training is for anyone interested in gaining in-demand Finance Principles proficiency to help launch a career or their business aptitude.  REQUIREMENTS The Finance Principles course requires no prior degree or experience. All you require is English proficiency, numeracy literacy and a gadget with stable internet connection. Learn and train for a prosperous career in the thriving and fast-growing industry of Finance Principles, without any fuss. CAREER PATH This Finance Principles training will assist you develop your Finance Principles ability, establish a personal brand, and present a portfolio of relevant talents. It will help you articulate a  Finance Principles professional story and personalise your path to a new career. Furthermore, developing this Finance Principles skillset can lead to numerous opportunities for high-paying jobs in a variety of fields. ORDER YOUR CERTIFICATE To order CPD Quality Standard Certificate, we kindly invite you to visit the following link: COURSE CURRICULUM Section 01: Finance And Free Market Economies Finance and Free Market Economies 00:02:00 Principles of Finance - Theory (Part 1) 00:04:00 Principles of Finance - Theory (Part 2) 00:02:00 Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) 00:01:00 Interest Rates, Bonds and Annuities 00:03:00 Bonds 00:03:00 Bond Duration 00:02:00 Capital Market Theory - Risk & Return: Efficient Market Hypothesis 00:03:00 Security Market Line - Risk & Return 00:04:00 Security Market Line 00:02:00 Capital Asset Pricing Model 00:01:00 Section 02: Corporate Finance Portfolio Theory 00:03:00 Corporate Finance 00:03:00 Optimal Capital Structure - Debt vs. Equity 00:03:00 Interest Tax Shield / Cost of Financial Distress 00:05:00 Financial Leverage and Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) 00:02:00 Degree of Financial Leverage (DFL) 00:05:00 Arbitrage Pricing Theory (APT) 00:01:00 Capital Budgeting Methods / Techniques 00:02:00 Internal Rate of Return Method (IRR) 00:03:00 Understanding Financial Statements / Financial Ratio Analysis 00:06:00 Section 03: Company Stock Valuation & Derivatives Company Stock Valuations 00:02:00 Valuation (Enterprises / Companies / Project) 00:06:00 DCF Method - Company Enterprise Value 00:02:00 Calculation of the Free Cash Flow 00:02:00 Common Stock Valuation 00:02:00 Derivatives - Options and Future Contracts 00:04:00 Future Contracts 00:05:00 Call Option 00:05:00 SWAPS 00:02:00 Section 04: Option Valuation: Fundamentals Vs. Technical Analysis Options Valuation and Pricing - Numerical and Black-Scholes 00:02:00 Cost, Price, Rates and Dividends 00:02:00 Analysis for Trading Purposes - Technical Analysis 00:03:00 Types of Trends 00:02:00 Support and Resistance / Volume 00:02:00 Moving Averages 00:03:00 Moving Average Convergence 00:01:00 Fundamental vs. Technical Analysis 00:02:00 Section 05: Financial Forecasting Financial Forecasting 00:02:00 Regression, Correlation and Covariance 00:02:00 Time Series Analysis- Congregation and Random Walk 00:05:00 Errors in Statistical Forecasts 00:03:00 Econometrics Tools - Seasonality, Smoothing and Errors 00:02:00 Smoothing Techniques 00:03:00 Qualitative Methods - Survey, Research and Delphi 00:02:00 Order Your Certificate Order Your Certificate 00:00:00

Finance Principles Course
Delivered Online On Demand
£25