Advanced Financial Statement Analysis Course Description
Advanced Financial Statement Analysis course takes you beyond basic calculations, empowering you to use in-depth analysis techniques, qualitative assessments, and advanced tools for strategic decision-making.
Master the skills sought by investors, analysts, and corporate leaders to assess company health, identify risks and opportunities, benchmark performance, and make data-driven recommendations. Whether you’re in finance, investing, consulting, or management, gain the expertise to transform financial statements into a powerful source of strategic insights.
Prerequisites: A strong foundation in financial accounting and basic financial statement analysis is essential for success in this course.
Go beyond basic ratio analysis and unlock the true power of financial statements!
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Furthermore, WingsWay Training Institute proudly achieved the title of ‘Best Training Institute’ twice in 2023 and anticipates maintaining this prestigious position in 2024. Our services and training quality have not only been recognized by students in over 60 countries but also by TOP international organisations.
Learning Mode
- Classroom
- Virtual Instructor Led Training – VILT
Course Outline
Module 1: Advanced Financial Analysis Techniques
- In-depth ratio analysis (profitability, liquidity, solvency, efficiency, and valuation ratios)
- Comparative financial statement analysis (horizontal, vertical, and trend analysis)
- DuPont Analysis and disaggregation of key ratios
- Cash flow analysis and forecasting
Module 2: Qualitative Analysis for Strategic Insights
- Evaluating management quality and corporate governance
- Assessing company strategy, competitive positioning, and business model
- Industry and macroeconomic analysis and their impact on financial performance
- Identifying red flags and accounting irregularities
Module 3: Advanced Applications of Financial Analysis
- Investment analysis and valuations (multiples-based and DCF models)
- Credit analysis and risk assessment
- Merger and acquisition analysis
- Financial forecasting and scenario analysis
Module 4: Reporting, Communication, and Data Visualization
- Creating insightful financial analysis reports and presentations
- Effective storytelling with financial data
- Visualizing financial trends and insights
Course Duration
- 2 Days
Course Language
- English
- Arabic
Who Should Attend?
Financial analysts
Investment professionals
Credit analysts
Business consultants
Finance/accounting professionals seeking in-depth analysis skills
Learning Objective
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyze financial statements using advanced ratios and techniques for profitability, liquidity, solvency analysis, and market valuation.
- Apply qualitative analysis techniques to interpret financial statements within the context of industry, economic, and company-specific factors.
- Utilize advanced analytical tools (industry benchmarking, trend analysis, DuPont analysis).
- Develop comprehensive financial analysis reports that communicate actionable insights and support data-driven decisions.
Career Opportunities
Advanced financial statement analysis skills are in high demand across various industries and roles, including:
- Investment Banker
- Credit Analyst
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Professional
- Management Consultant
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