Build Financial Models That Actually Work
Real-world training for people who want to understand the numbers behind business decisions.
Most finance programs teach theory. We teach you how to build models that companies actually use—the kind that help people make smart decisions about growth, investment, and risk.
This isn't about memorizing formulas. It's about learning to think through problems, spot what matters, and communicate complex ideas clearly. You'll work with real company data and build models that mirror what you'd create in actual finance roles.
What You'll Actually Learn
Our program focuses on the practical skills finance teams need every day. You'll spend time building, testing, and refining models—not just reading about them.
Core Skills We Cover
Financial Statement Analysis
Learn to read between the lines of balance sheets and income statements. You'll understand how different parts of a business connect financially and what those connections reveal about company health.
Building Three-Statement Models
Master the foundational model type that connects income, balance sheet, and cash flow. This is what most analysts build first when evaluating any business decision.
Valuation Techniques
Learn several approaches to valuing companies and projects. You'll understand when to use each method and how to explain your reasoning to non-finance people.
Scenario and Sensitivity Analysis
Build models that help teams understand risk. You'll learn to test assumptions, identify key drivers, and present results that help people make informed decisions.
A Different Approach
We don't rush through concepts. Each module includes time to build, make mistakes, and rebuild. That's how you actually internalize this stuff—by working through problems yourself rather than watching someone else do it.
What Makes This Different
- Work with real company financials from Australian and international businesses
- Get feedback on your models from people who've built hundreds of them professionally
- Learn to spot common modeling errors before they become expensive mistakes
- Practice explaining your work to non-technical stakeholders—a skill most programs ignore
- Build a portfolio of models you can actually show potential employers
The program runs over several months because that's how long it takes to get comfortable with this work. You'll have access to all materials for a year, so you can revisit concepts as you need them.
Program Structure
We've organized the learning path to build your skills progressively—each module prepares you for the next.
Foundation
Financial Foundations
Start with accounting fundamentals and learn to read financial statements like a professional. We cover the metrics that matter and how to spot red flags.
- Understanding financial statement relationships
- Key metrics and ratios that reveal business health
- Common accounting adjustments and their impact
Core Skills
Model Building
Learn the technical skills to build robust models. You'll master Excel functions, best practices for model structure, and how to avoid the pitfalls that trip up beginners.
- Building integrated financial statement models
- Proper model architecture and documentation
- Testing and error-checking techniques
Application
Valuation Methods
Apply your modeling skills to real valuation scenarios. You'll learn multiple approaches and when each one makes sense for different situations.
- Discounted cash flow analysis
- Comparable company analysis
- Precedent transaction analysis
Advanced
Scenario Planning
Build models that help teams navigate uncertainty. Learn to identify key assumptions, test sensitivities, and present findings that inform strategic decisions.
- Building flexible scenario frameworks
- Monte Carlo simulation basics
- Risk assessment and presentation
Specialized
Industry Applications
Explore how modeling differs across industries. You'll work with sector-specific metrics and learn what investors look for in different types of businesses.
- Retail and e-commerce modeling
- SaaS and subscription businesses
- Manufacturing and inventory considerations
Professional
Communication Skills
Learn to present your work effectively. You'll practice explaining complex analyses to different audiences and defending your assumptions under scrutiny.
- Creating clear model summaries
- Presenting to non-finance stakeholders
- Handling questions about methodology
Ready to Start Building?
Our next cohort begins enrollment soon. Spaces are limited because we provide individual feedback on your work throughout the program.
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