Financial Modelling & Valuation
The flagship Advanced Diploma. Twelve modules take you from model architecture to a defended, full valuation project, producing a portfolio of professional-grade models and memos.
Twelve modules, one portfolio.
Deep technical and professional competence, proven in a capstone.
Assessment: assignments 30%; technical tests 20%; case studies 20%; capstone 30%.
| Module | Core curriculum | Applied output |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Model architecture; assumptions; financial-statement links; model hygiene; model checks | Model architecture |
| 2 | Three-statement modelling; working capital; schedules | Integrated model |
| 3 | Forecasting; CAPEX; debt; scenarios; sensitivities | Dynamic forecast |
| 4 | FCFF/FCFE; WACC; CAPM; terminal value | DCF valuation |
| 5 | Peer selection; normalisation; EV/EBITDA; P/E | Trading comps |
| 6 | Deal metrics; transaction multiples; control premium; synergies | Precedent transactions |
| 7 | Sources & uses; purchase accounting; accretion/dilution | Merger model |
| 8 | SPV; debt sculpting; DSCR; cash waterfall | Project model |
| 9 | Stress testing; scenario analysis; model risk | Risk pack |
| 10 | Valuation memo; investment thesis; board communication | Professional memo |
| 11–12 | Integrated capstone case and defence | Full valuation project |
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Credential note. This programme leads to a GISA credential. It does not imply government, university or professional-body accreditation unless that recognition is explicitly stated.
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