Financial Valuation is a core capability for understanding what a business may be worth and how financial assumptions influence investment and corporate finance decisions. This course provides a structured journey through widely used valuation approaches, combining conceptual knowledge with detailed financial modeling techniques relevant to aspiring analysts and finance professionals.

The course begins by examining where valuation is applied and the assumptions that underpin different methodologies. Learners will consider the strengths and limitations of major approaches before progressing into discounted cash flow analysis. Key concepts include the weighted average cost of capital (WACC), the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), beta, terminal value and exit multiples, providing the theoretical foundation needed to understand DCF calculations.

A substantial part of the programme focuses on financial modeling. You will explore how historical information and projected estimates can be organised into a structured model, including revenue, costs, depreciation, amortisation, interest and tax. The course also examines balance sheet components, working capital, fixed assets, debt schedules, equity and cash flow statements. Learners will see how financial statements connect and how free cash flow to the firm can contribute to deriving enterprise and equity value.

The programme then introduces market-based valuation through comparable trading multiples. You will examine the process of identifying suitable public companies, gathering financial information, calculating last twelve months figures and applying commonly used multiples such as EV/EBITDA and P/E. Precedent transaction analysis is also covered, helping learners understand how relevant historical deals can provide another perspective on value.

Finally, the course brings multiple methodologies together through valuation synthesis. Learners will explore how a football field chart can present valuation ranges and support comparison across different approaches.

By completing the course, you can develop a stronger understanding of company valuation, financial model construction and the interpretation of valuation outputs. These skills can support further development in investment analysis, corporate finance and related fields.