Deep Industry Experience
We've spent years working across investment banks, corporate finance departments, and consulting firms. Our backgrounds span everything from equity research to private equity, giving us a comprehensive understanding of how valuation techniques actually work in practice.
- Combined 40+ years of hands-on valuation experience
- Former roles at major Australian financial institutions
- Expertise across multiple sectors and asset classes
- Real-world application of academic theories
Our Teaching Team
Each instructor brings unique perspectives from their professional journey in financial analysis and valuation work
Roderick Hawthorn
Senior Valuation Specialist
Rod spent twelve years at Macquarie Bank working on infrastructure valuations before transitioning to education. He developed our DCF methodology courses after noticing how many analysts struggled with discount rate selection. Rod's approach focuses on understanding the economic drivers behind valuation multiples rather than just memorizing formulas.
What Drives Our Approach
We believe financial education should bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application. Our courses reflect this philosophy through practical examples and industry-relevant case studies.
Practical Learning
Every concept we teach includes real examples from actual deals and analysis work. You'll understand not just how techniques work, but when and why to use them.
Industry Relevance
Our curriculum evolves with market conditions and regulatory changes. What you learn reflects current best practices in Australian financial markets.
Ongoing Support
Learning doesn't stop when courses end. We maintain connections with participants and provide guidance as they apply new skills in their roles.