Product ID: OC-2025-D1HV3
Financial Modeling Fundamentals
Learn how to build dynamic financial models in Excel using real-world techniques. Master forecasting, three-statement integration, scenario analysis, and best practices to create structured, reliable models for business and financial decision-making.
Overview
This course introduces learners to the process of building structured, assumption-driven financial models in Microsoft Excel. Starting with best practices for model layout, formula writing, and documentation, students learn to build dynamic operating models from the ground up. The course then explores forecasting techniques for revenue, expenses, and working capital, and teaches how to integrate the three core financial statements into a cohesive, automated model. Students also gain experience with scenario analysis, sensitivity testing, and basic model error-checking. The course emphasizes real-world Excel application and prepares learners to create professional-grade tools for financial decision-making.
Skills you'll gain
Business ModelingFinancial ForecastingAnalysisAutomationDocumentation
What you'll learn
- Apply Excel modeling best practices to structure financial models for accuracy and usability.
- Forecast revenues, expenses, and working capital using assumption-driven logic.
- Build an integrated three-statement model and perform scenario/sensitivity analysis.
Who Should Attend
Prerequisites
This course is designed for aspiring financial analysts, accountants, business managers, and professionals who want to strengthen their Excel modeling and forecasting skills. It’s ideal for those seeking to enhance their ability to build and interpret dynamic financial models for budgeting, valuation, or decision-making.
Learners should have a basic understanding of financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) and proficiency with Excel fundamentals such as formulas, formatting, and data organization. No prior modeling experience is required—just curiosity and attention to detail.
Chapters
Explore a structured set of chapters designed to build your skills step by step, with practical examples and hands-on applications.
Meet your instructors
Michael McDonald
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Yes, we do offer a certification upon completion of our course to showcase your newly acquired skills and expertise.
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Product ID: OC-2025-D1HV3
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9 hours of video content
Downloadable resources
Certificate of completion
Desktop and Mobile access
Michael McDonald