Introduction
The FMVA certification is a professional credential specialized in financial analysis, financial modeling, and company valuation. It focuses on practical application using Excel to build professional financial models used in investment and financing decision-making.
The certification aims to equip participants with the skills required to analyze financial statements, prepare financial forecasts, value companies, and support strategic decision-making in line with international best practices.
Program Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
-
Analyze financial statements professionally.
-
Build integrated financial models using Excel.
-
Prepare financial forecasts.
-
Apply various company valuation methods.
-
Evaluate investment opportunities and support financial decisions.
-
Prepare professional analytical reports for management and investors.
Main Topics
1. Financial Analysis Fundamentals
-
Analyzing the three financial statements
-
Vertical and horizontal analysis
-
Financial ratios and performance analysis
-
Cash flow analysis
2. Advanced Excel for Financial Modeling
-
Financial and logical functions
-
Data analysis tools
-
Pivot tables
-
Building professional modeling formulas
3. Financial Modeling
-
Linking the three financial statements
-
Building a fully integrated financial model
-
Financial forecasting
-
Sensitivity and scenario analysis
4. Company Valuation
-
Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method
-
Market multiples
-
Comparable company analysis
-
Mergers and acquisitions valuation
5. Professional Reporting & Presentation
-
Preparing financial analysis reports for management
-
Presenting results to investors
-
Building dashboards
Target Audience
-
Accountants and auditors
-
Financial analysts
-
Budgeting and planning professionals
-
Banking and investment professionals
-
Entrepreneurs and business owners
-
Finance and accounting students and graduates
-
Individuals seeking careers in investment and portfolio management