Master Financial Valuation Like a Pro
Real techniques used by top-tier analysts. Build confidence in DCF models, comparable analysis, and complex valuations through hands-on experience with actual case studies.
Explore ProgramsThree Core Approaches We Focus On
Discounted Cash Flow
Build robust financial models from scratch. Learn terminal value calculations, WACC determination, and sensitivity analysis that actually makes sense in real-world scenarios.
Comparable Analysis
Master the art of finding truly comparable companies. Understand multiple selection, adjustment techniques, and when trading multiples give you reliable insights.
Leveraged Buyouts
Dive into complex deal structures. Learn credit analysis, return calculations, and how private equity firms actually think about value creation opportunities.
Your Learning Path
We've designed a progression that mirrors how analysts actually develop expertise - starting with fundamentals and building toward sophisticated analysis.
Foundation Building
Start with financial statement analysis and accounting nuances that trip up many analysts. Understanding working capital changes, non-cash charges, and quality of earnings sets you apart.
Model Construction
Build three-statement models that link properly. Learn Excel shortcuts that save hours, error-checking techniques, and how to present your work professionally.
Advanced Applications
Apply your skills to complex situations: distressed companies, high-growth tech firms, cyclical businesses, and cross-border transactions with currency considerations.
Professional Integration
Practice presenting your analysis, defending your assumptions, and communicating value assessments to different audiences with varying technical backgrounds.
Common Questions About Our Approach
How much Excel experience do I need?
Solid basics help, but we'll teach you the advanced functions and shortcuts that matter. Many of our participants are surprised by how much faster they become at building and debugging models.
Are the case studies based on real companies?
Yes, we use actual historical situations with real financial data. You'll work through the same challenges that investment bankers and equity researchers face when valuing complex businesses.
What if I'm already working in finance?
Even better. Many working professionals join to sharpen specific skills or learn techniques their firms don't typically use. The peer discussions become particularly valuable when everyone brings different experiences.
How do I know if this matches my learning style?
Our programs emphasize hands-on practice over theoretical lectures. If you learn best by doing rather than just listening, you'll find the approach matches how most people actually absorb complex financial concepts.
Learn from Experienced Practitioners
Our instructors have spent years in investment banking, equity research, and corporate development. They understand the practical challenges you'll face and can share insights that only come from real deal experience.
Harrison Blackwood
Lead Valuation Instructor
Spent eight years at Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse covering technology and healthcare companies. Harrison has valued over 200 transactions and brings real-world context to every concept we cover. His modeling workshops are particularly popular with participants who want to build bulletproof spreadsheets.
Meet Our Team