Training Course in Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Modeling for Financial Success

Overview

One of the most popular valuation methods used in contemporary finance is DCF valuation. This method's flexibility lies in its ability to be applied to established businesses in more developed industries and extremely early-stage growing companies. To assist participants in exploring methods for valuing companies and investments using projected future cash flows, the Geneva Institute offers the DCF Modeling course. This course equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and abilities to develop efficient cash flow models for financial decision-making, investment analysis, and business valuation. Using case studies and real data, participants will learn how to create complex financial models from the ground up. You will be able to evaluate investment prospects, make wise business decisions, and more by the end of the course.

Course Objectives

• Review the importance of upfront model design and the best layout for a DCF Valuation Model, which has been optimized for presentation and printing.
• Build dynamic financial models to forecast future cash flows.

• Forecast the company’s financials
• Discount company’s cash flows to the present
• Calculate enterprise value, equity value, and fair value per share

• Build confidence using the latest tools and technologies

Course Outline

1. Introduction to DCF Modeling
• Overview of DCF and its importance in finance.
2. Building the Cash Flow Model
• Step-by-step guide to building cash flow projections.
3. Valuation Techniques
• Methods to determine the value of businesses and investments.
4. Sensitivity Analysis
• Adjusting for varying assumptions and market conditions.
5. Case Studies and Real-world Applications
• Hands-on practice with real-world financial data.

Who this course is for:

This course is most suitable for anyone working in valuation, including investment banking, equity research, private equity, and corporate development.

Recommended Prerequisite Courses

These preparatory courses are optional, but we recommend you complete the stated prep course(s) or possess the equivalent knowledge before enrolling in this course:

1. Financial Analysis Fundamentals 
2. Accounting Principles and Standards
3. Operational Modeling

Program Cost

• 5-Day Training: €3700
• 10-Day Training: €6500

This program is available on different dates upon request.

Organizers

This course is organized by the Geneva Institute of Business Management and its partners across Europe, offering high-quality training and professional development in financial modeling and investment analysis.