Advanced Financial Modeling & Valuation

Build institutional-grade financial models for GCC corporate finance, M&A, and investment analysis.

πŸ“¦ On-Demand ⏱️ 5 days Advanced Talent Enrich Financial Modeling Certificate

Course Overview

This intensive program teaches participants how to build 3-statement financial models, DCF valuations, comparable company analysis, and LBO models from scratch using real GCC company data. Participants will work with actual annual reports from ADNOC, Emirates NBD, and Emaar Properties to create models that meet investment banking standards. The course covers GCC-specific considerations including Sharia-compliant financing structures, UAE VAT treatment in models, and end-of-service gratuity provisions.

What You'll Learn

βœ“ Build integrated 3-statement financial models from scratch
βœ“ Perform DCF valuations with WACC calculation
βœ“ Create LBO and M&A merger models
βœ“ Conduct comparable company and precedent transaction analysis
βœ“ Model GCC-specific items: gratuity, housing allowance, VAT
βœ“ Build dynamic sensitivity and scenario analysis tables
βœ“ Present investment recommendations using model outputs

Course Syllabus

  • β€’ Anatomy of GCC annual reports (IFRS-compliant)
  • β€’ Revenue build-up and cost structure analysis
  • β€’ Working capital modelling
  • β€’ Fixed asset schedules and depreciation
  • β€’ Debt schedule and interest calculations
πŸ› οΈ Hands-On: Analyse Emirates NBD annual report and build revenue model
  • β€’ Income statement projection methodology
  • β€’ Balance sheet balancing mechanism
  • β€’ Cash flow statement derivation
  • β€’ Circular reference handling
  • β€’ GCC-specific: end-of-service gratuity provision modelling
  • β€’ GCC-specific: housing and education allowance treatment
πŸ› οΈ Hands-On: Build fully integrated 3-statement model for a GCC conglomerate
  • β€’ Free cash flow to firm (FCFF) calculation
  • β€’ WACC estimation for GCC companies
  • β€’ Terminal value: Gordon Growth vs Exit Multiple
  • β€’ Country risk premium for UAE, Saudi, Qatar
  • β€’ Sensitivity tables and tornado charts
  • β€’ Mid-year convention adjustment
πŸ› οΈ Hands-On: Complete DCF valuation of Emaar Properties
  • β€’ Selecting appropriate peer groups in GCC
  • β€’ EV/EBITDA, P/E, P/BV benchmarking
  • β€’ Size and growth adjustments
  • β€’ Transaction premium analysis
  • β€’ Football field valuation summary chart
πŸ› οΈ Hands-On: Build comp table for GCC real estate sector
  • β€’ LBO mechanics and returns analysis
  • β€’ Sources and uses of funds
  • β€’ Debt paydown schedule and covenants
  • β€’ IRR and money-on-money calculation
  • β€’ Sharia-compliant financing structures (Sukuk, Murabaha)
  • β€’ Scenario manager and data tables
  • β€’ Professional model audit checklist
πŸ› οΈ Hands-On: Build complete LBO model for a GCC acquisition target

Who Should Attend

Financial analysts, investment banking associates, corporate finance professionals, equity research analysts, M&A advisory teams, and finance managers seeking to upgrade their modelling skills for GCC markets.

Prerequisites

Intermediate Excel skills and basic accounting knowledge. Familiarity with financial statements required.

Skills You'll Gain

Financial Modeling DCF Valuation LBO Modeling M&A Analysis Excel Advanced WACC Comparable Company Analysis

Key Takeaways

πŸ† Build a complete 3-statement model independently
πŸ† Perform DCF and relative valuations
πŸ† Create professional investment presentations
πŸ† Model GCC-specific financial structures

Certificate of Completion

Upon completing this program, you will receive a Talent Enrich Financial Modeling Certificate that you can share on LinkedIn and with employers.

Frequently Asked Questions

You should be comfortable with VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, pivot tables, and basic formulas. We cover advanced Excel techniques during the course.

Absolutely. We offer corporate group sessions with customised case studies using your company's actual data.

Yes. All case studies use actual publicly available financial data from GCC-listed companies.

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