An intensive professional development training course on
Foundations of Financial Modeling
Sensitivities, Scenarios, Risk & Optimisation
Why Choose Foundations of Financial Modeling Training Course?
The Foundations of Financial Modeling Training Course is designed to strengthen participants’ analytical capabilities by combining core financial concepts with practical modeling techniques. As financial environments become increasingly complex, professionals must be able to interpret data accurately and develop models that guide effective decision-making. This course offers a comprehensive and hands-on introduction to financial modeling, ensuring participants understand both the logic and structure behind reliable models.
Through the exploration of real-world case studies—particularly from the oil and gas sector—participants will learn how to build, interpret, and apply models that support cost control, profitability analysis, and risk management. The course also integrates forecasting, sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning to prepare delegates for volatility in market conditions such as fluctuating oil prices. By the end of the training course, participants will have the confidence to apply financial models that drive stronger financial and operational outcomes.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this Foundations of Financial Modeling Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Make informed and improved financial decisions
- Develop robust and structured financial models
- Apply analytical tools and techniques for financial data evaluation
- Model and manage financial risk using practical approaches
- Assess project performance through effective financial modeling techniques
Who is this Training Course for?
This course is ideal for professionals who work with financial data or require a solid understanding of modeling techniques, including:
- Professionals seeking stronger financial knowledge
- Individuals wanting to enhance financial modeling capabilities
- Decision-makers using or influenced by financial models
- Managers overseeing financial processes or budgets
- Professionals involved in monitoring oil & gas projects
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This Financial Modeling Training Course incorporates case studies, hands-on exercises, and real-life financial scenarios to ensure practical skill development. Delegates work directly with models, guided by an experienced financial practitioner using:
- Interactive discussions
- Applied case studies
- Practical exercises and examples
This engaging format ensures participants gain tools they can immediately apply within their workplace.
The Course Content
- Financial & Management Accounting
- Developing Financial Statements – Income Statement, Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position) & Cashflow Statements
- Financial Performance using Ratio Analysis
- Management Accounting – developing budgets
- OPEX & CAPEX
- Financial Terminology Explained
- Basic Excel functions
- Steps to develop a Financial Model
- Flow charting Techniques to improve Modelling
- Input Tables
- Pivot Tables
- Foundation Analysis Tools in Excel
- Forecasting the Income Statement, Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position) & Cashflow Statements
- Budgeting Models
- Purchase Decisions
- Modelling Finance Decisions – Equity or Debt and the Cost of Capital
- Capital Investment Decisions – Payback, ARR, NPV & IRR using Excel
- Graphs & Charts to support financial models
- Identifying the major Risks in the Oil & Gas sector
- Modelling Risk & Uncertainty
- Sensitivity Analysis
- Scenario Analysis
- Break Even Analysis
- Modelling & Managing changes in Interest Rates & Exchange Rates
- Variance Analysis
- Critical Path Analysis – Financial & Manpower implications
- GANTT Charts
- Earned Value Analysis
- Managing Variances
- Simulating changes in the project
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the course.
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