Financial Analysis and Valuation: DCF Valuation of Starbucks
What you'll learn
- Build valuation models from scratch
- Initiate financial analysis by learning how to gather historical data and perform analyses, including horizontal and vertical analysis, with ratio analysis
- Delve into forecasting with a focus on revenue and cost drivers, working capital, and depreciation.
- Master the preparation of cash flow statements, a crucial component of financial analysis, along with exploring the balance sheet, completing any missing links
- Delve into discounted cash flow (DCF) valuation, a key technique for assessing a company's intrinsic value.
Requirements
- Basic Financial Literacy: Understanding fundamental financial terms (e.g., revenue, expenses, profit). Familiarity with financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement).
- Excel Proficiency: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including navigating worksheets and using basic formulas.
- Mathematical Foundation: Comfort with fundamental mathematical operations, percentages, and basic statistical concepts.
- Business Understanding: General awareness of business concepts and their financial implications.
- Computer Skills: Comfortable using a computer and managing files.
- Access to Software: Access to Microsoft Excel (version 2016 or later).
- Internet Connection: Stable internet connection for accessing online resources and lectures.
- While not mandatory, these prerequisites will enhance the learning experience and readiness for the Financial Analysis Mastery Course.
Description
Overview: Elevate your financial acumen with our comprehensive Financial Analysis and Valuation Masterclass. Designed for both beginners and intermediate learners, this course provides a deep dive into essential financial concepts, data analysis, and valuation techniques. Through hands-on lectures and practical examples, you'll gain the skills to analyze financial statements, project future performance, and determine the intrinsic value of a company.
Key Sections:
Introduction:
Course overview and objectives.
Insight into the importance of financial analysis and valuation.
Getting Started:
Populating historical data for analysis.
Horizontal and vertical analysis techniques.
Introduction to ratio analysis.
Projections:
Understanding and projecting revenue drivers.
Analyzing cost drivers and working capital dynamics.
Depreciation forecasting for accurate financial planning.
Financial Statements:
Building a comprehensive income statement.
Exploring shareholders' equity schedules.
Constructing a robust cash flow statement.
Understanding the balance sheet structure.
DCF Valuation:
In-depth exploration of discounted cash flow (DCF) valuation.
Analyzing cash flow components, discount rates, and terminal values.
Incorporating risk factors for a comprehensive valuation.
Who Should Enroll:
Finance professionals looking to enhance their analytical skills.
Students aspiring to enter the finance and investment industry.
Business enthusiasts interested in understanding company valuation.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of financial terms and familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
Outcome: Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the skills to analyze financial statements, perform projections, and conduct discounted cash flow (DCF) valuations. This mastery will empower informed decision-making in various financial scenarios.
Enroll now to unlock the secrets of financial analysis and valuation!
Who this course is for:
- Finance Professionals: Accountants, financial analysts, and professionals in finance-related roles seeking to enhance their analytical skills.
- Business Students: Undergraduate and graduate students majoring in finance, accounting, or business-related fields.
- Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Individuals running businesses who want to gain deeper insights into financial analysis for strategic decision-making.
- Investment Enthusiasts: Individuals interested in the stock market, investments, and financial markets.
- Career Transitioners: Those looking to switch careers and enter the field of finance or financial analysis.
- Anyone Interested in Financial Analysis: Individuals with a general interest in understanding financial statements, ratios, and valuation techniques.
- The course caters to a diverse audience, providing a solid foundation for financial analysis regardless of prior experience.
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