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Bayfield Training and the University of Cambridge Department of Land Economy This prestigious eight-week online Real Estate course is suitable for modellers new to Real Estate and experienced Real Estate Analysts looking to formalise their skill set. This course will equip you with skills to start building your own financial models and the certificate will give your employers and colleagues reassurance of your expertise. If you want to enhance your financial modelling skills over an extended period, the Real Estate Financial Modelling Certificate is the course for you. This online real estate course has been put together exclusively for the Real Estate Financial Modelling certificate, using state of the art digital resources such as animations, video-steps, digital whiteboard and video-interactions as well as the spreadsheets, text based resources and tutor contact you would expect from any of Bayfield Training’s classroom based courses.  Assessment is in the form of a guided model build exercise and written model appraisal. Participants benefit from an additional months access to the course platform after submission of the assessment. ON THIS COURSE YOU WILL: * Become a competent model builder, building Real Estate Financial Models from scratch * Learn tricks and concepts from financial modelling experts with decades of experience in practice and academia * Learn how to use Real Estate Financial Models to make informed investment decisions * Learn at a consistent pace over 8 weeks allowing you to take the time to fully grasp this important skill THIS COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR: * Chartered Surveyors * Asset Managers * Financial Controllers * Financial Analysts * Investment Managers * Property Managers * Real Estate Students/Recent Graduates Course Outline: Module 1 - Economic Context Introduction to Real Estate Asset Modelling and how it relates to and is distinct from Econometric Models. * Introduction to Real Estate Asset Modelling and how it relates to and is distinct from Econometric Models. * Why Real Estate Asset Modelling is important * Understanding the occupier, asset and development markets and the relevant modelling approaches for each * Real Estate Sub-Sector Key Performance Indicators * Introduction to conventional valuations and financial mathematics * Understanding and minimising errors in Financial Models Module 2 - Cash Flow Fundamentals Constructing a financial model from first principles. * Understanding all the components of a basic cash flow model * Understand why Corporate Finance Models and Real Estate Models are different * Financial Model Design * Making the link between valuations, income mathematics and discounted cash flows * Internal Rate of Return, Net Present Value,Worth and other metrics * Features and techniques to aid fast model building Module 3 - Developing the Cash Flow Adapting financial models for different periodicities and building rent functions for different rent behaviour. * Understanding how leases vary with respect to rent over time: Rent Reviews, Break Clauses, Rent Free Periods, Lease Expiries etc. * Developing the concept of a Rent Function in Excel * Logic mathematics and Logic functions * Projecting rent to adapt to different lease contracts and growth patterns * Alternative solutions to Logic functions * Comparative analysis of lease structures in different jurisdictions and adapting financial models Module 4 - Real Estate Data Understanding the different sources of data, constructing basic time series models and recognising basic patterns. * Key Property market indicators * Characteristics and application of key input metrics for Real Estate Appraisals * Understanding the eight components of Real Estate Price Dynamics * Awareness of the different sources of data * Reading and using general property market reports * Constructing basic time series models and recognising basic patterns Module 5 - Development Appraisals Constructing a development appraisal from first principles and understanding development return metrics. * Understanding the key components of a development project * Understanding the difference between development and investment appraisals * Residual Appraisals and Profit Calculations * Cost orientated cash flows and phased sales * Cumulative construction cost patterns: incidental, fixed, loaded and S-curve * Development return metrics and Modified IRRs Module 6 - Multi-let Cash Flows Constructing an advanced multi-let cash flow model and learn different techniques to build flexible rent functions. * Multi-let and portfolio model design principles * Building complex date functions and date series * The three multi-let rent projection techniques * Perpendicular Rent Functions * Incorporate advanced rent adjustments into the Rent Function * Incorporate sector and period varying rental growth rates * Simplifying OPEX and CAPEX projections * Discounting techniques on complex and volatile cash flows Module 7 - Project Finance Constructing a flexible Real Estate Debt Finance model. * Revision of the Mathematics of amortisation and debt finance * Basic senior debt models and geared net cash flow * LTV, IRR and Interest Rate Dynamics * Flexible term, repayment options and deferred interest * Loan covenant tests * Understanding different tranches of debt * Understanding how complex debt structures impact the returns to different parties Module 8 - Model Interpretation and Risk Analysis Learn how to read, analyse and report on real estate financial models. * Understand how to read models and develop an investment narrative * Visualise model outputs using graph functions, conditional formatting, dynamic symbols and dashboards * Learn how to use built-in Sensitivity, Scenario Analysis tools and third-party add-ins * Learn how to construct varied project scenarios in a systematic way * Introduction to Monte Carlo Analysis and VBA * Optimising sale dates and other parameters * Create well written, attractive and persuasive reports Included in the Course * Bayfield Training and University of Cambridge Accredited Certificate & LinkedIn Proficiency Badge * 64 CPD Hours * 1 Month Post-Course Access to the Digital Platform - 12 Months Post-Course Access to the Platform can be purchased for an additional fee * Course Files * Q&A Webinars and Guest Speaker Webinars * Further Learning Resources (Reading, Files and Videos) * Post Course Support - Two Months of Questions & Answers 2024 Cohort Dates Include: * 3rd June to 29th July * 5th August to 25th September 2024 * 30th September to 25th November For more information, please contact Sam on the Bayfield Training Sales team: E - s.musgrave@bayfieldtraining.com T - 01223 517851 W - www.bayfieldtraining.com [https://www.bayfieldtraining.com/]

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This 2 hour session will combine knowledge as well as practical interactive scenarios to work through to assist delegates in evaluating themselves to identify areas they might need to improve on.  The course will cover: * The purpose of the role (reminder) * How the role has evolved * What lessons can be gained so far * How do you create a culture of compliance * What good systems, policies and procedures look like * Easy tips on what, where and how you should be looking TARGET AUDIENCE This online course is suitable for those new to the COFA role, those supporting the COFA and for those that would like a refresher of the role and their responsibilities. RESOURCES An information pack including the course slides, scenarios and suggested answers will be provided to all delegates, which may be useful for ongoing reference. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. SPEAKER SARAH CHARLTON, CONSULTANT, DG LEGAL [https://dglegal.co.uk/the-team/sarah-charlton/] Sarah has a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting and is a Fellow member of the Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants. Her career spans over 35 years working within the legal sector, fulfilling roles from COFA through to CEO. During her career she has worked with a number of legal regulators, professional bodies and government organisations. Sarah has been a member of the Institute of Legal Finance and Management throughout her career, qualifying as a Fellow member in 2005. Sarah also served as chairperson between 2010-2012 and continues to serve as an Executive Council Member.

ICA INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA IN GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE New technologies are changing the role of a compliance professional. Fintech and Regtech are now embedded in compliance lexicon, but what do the terms mean, and what are the practical impacts, both positive and negative, that we need to understand and manage? The ICA International Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance helps you to answer these questions and apply the answers directly within your organisation. Gain a broad understanding of the regulatory environment as well as the specialist skills and knowledge to be able to identify and manage key regulatory risks today and in the future. * Get to grips with the nuances of the regulatory environment and the impact to your organisation. * Understand why promoting a positive compliance culture is not just good for compliance but good for business. * Explore how to maximise the benefits of emerging technologies. * Develop your inter-personal skills so you can be the best Compliance Manager. * Learn from the experiences of compliance professionals from other firms and sectors and share ideas. This governance, risk and compliance course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. Benefits of studying with ICA: * Flexible learning solutions that are suited to you * Our learner-centric approach means that you will gain relevant practical and academic skills and knowledge that can be used in your current role * Improve your career options by undertaking a globally recognised qualification that hiring managers look for as part of their hiring criteria * Many students have stated that they have received a promotion and/or pay rise as a direct result of gaining their qualification * The qualifications ensure that you are enabled to develop strategies to help manage and prevent risk within your firm, thus making you an invaluable asset within the current climate Completion of this training course will provide participants with the following professional qualification: ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance. In addition, participants will be entitled to use the following designation 'Dip (Comp).' These qualifications are awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. What will you learn? * Understanding governance, risk and regulatory compliance * Why we need to understand the regulated environment * Why are governance and culture essential for effective regulatory compliance risk management? * The role of the compliance department and the compliance professional * Risk management as the key to effective compliance * Case Studies

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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for To ensure success, students will need to be familiar with using personal computers and should have experience using a keyboard and mouse. Students should also be comfortable working in the Windows environment and be able to manage information on their computers. Overview Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to create and develop Excel worksheets and workbooks in order to work with and analyse the data that is critical to the success of your organisation. This course is intended for those who wish to gain the foundational understanding of Excel that is necessary to create and work with electronic spreadsheets. Excel can help you organise, calculate, analyse, revise, update, and present your data. GETTING STARTED WITH EXCEL * Navigate the Excel User Interface * Use Excel Commands * Create and Save a Basic Workbook * Enter and Edit Cell Data * Fill Cells with Series of Data (AutoFill and Flash Fill) * Use Excel Help PERFORMING CALCULATIONS * Create Worksheet Formulas * Insert Functions and use Autocomplete * Reuse Formulas and Functions * Create an Absolute Reference MODIFYING A WORKSHEET * Insert, Delete, and Adjust Cells, Columns, and Rows * Move and Copy Data between Cells * Search for and Replace Data * Use Spellcheck and Proofing FORMATTING A WORKSHEET * Apply Text Formats * Apply Number Formats * Align Cell Contents * Apply and Copy Cell Styles * Apply Basic Conditional Formatting PRINTING WORKBOOKS * Preview and Print a Workbook * Controlling Page Layout * Adding Headers and Footers * Set Print Titles and Print Ranges MANAGING WORKBOOKS * Manage Worksheets * Insert and Delete Worksheets * Manage Workbook and Worksheet Views * Manage Workbook Properties

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Accounting is the methodical approach of updating and keeping track of all the required information related to financial transactions. This course is designed to gain knowledge of how to interpret and analyse financial statements effectively.  This course will emphasize in-depth knowledge of financial reporting elements used in Advance Accounting highlighting transactions recognizing, differentiating and efficiently recording information.  Advanced Accounting Techniques course covers difficult complex accounting topics like forecasting, hedging, data aggregation, interval accounting, segment reporting and many more including deeply understanding the financial statement Advanced accounting techniques were developed to provide information appropriate for decision-making in changing internal and external environments. 

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Financial Accounting and reporting play a very important role within the organization and its stakeholders. This course is designed to analyze the functions of financial reporting in communication and its effects on decision-making processes or managerial decisions. It will highlight the accounting and financial standards-setting process and its implication on the organization globally. Financial accounting and reporting discuss how accountants act as processors and purveyors of information for decision-making and the needs of those who use accounting information. It also looks at the role performed by accountants and notes the need to be aware of relevant regulatory and conceptual frameworks. 

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours Overview You will spend the first part of the day getting to know participants and discussing what will take place during the workshop. Students will also have an opportunity to identify their personal learning objectives. Many of us flinch when we hear terms like depreciation, cash flow, balance sheet, and (worst of all!) budgets. However, these are all important concepts to understand if you?re going to succeed in today?s business world, particularly as a supervisor. Even better, financial terms are not as scary as they seem. 1 - GETTING THE FACTS STRAIGHT * The first session will go over basic financial terms * Explore their role in company finances * Governing organizations in their area. 2 - THE ACCOUNTING CYCLE * Four phases of the accounting cycle * Key concepts: cash vs. accrual methods 3 - THE KEY REPORTS * Take a close look at balance sheets and income statements * Review cash flow statements and statements of retained earnings 4 - KEEPING SCORE * Explain the chart of accounts and single vs. double entry accounting. 5 - A REVIEW OF FINANCIAL TERMS * Introduction to some additional financial terms. 6 - UNDERSTANDING DEBITS AND CREDITS * De-mystify accounting terms: debits and credits. 7 - YOUR FINANCIAL ANALYSIS TOOLBOX * Sources for financial data * Tips on weeding out useless information * Calculate common ratios * Read an annual report, and some useful decision-making tools. 8 - IDENTIFYING HIGH AND LOW RISK COMPANIES * Guidelines for identifying high and low risk companies. 9 - THE BASICS OF BUDGETING * What is a budget? * How a budget fits into the big picture * The budgeting process 10 - WORKING SMARTER * Basic checklist of computer skills required for success * How to choose an accounting package 11 - PEOPLE AND NUMBERS * Dealing with finances * Expense Reports * Making cuts to someone?s pay? * Provide tips on what to do. ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS: Nexus Humans Accounting Essentials training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Accounting Essentials course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

OVERVIEW -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Corporate frauds have the inherent power to bring large organizations to their knees, cause huge monetary loss, prompt lawsuits followed by significant legal expenses, lead to the imprisonment of employees and deteriorate confidence in the market, governments, and institutions. In response, corporations and governments across the globe have stepped up their effort to inspect, prevent and penalize fraudulent practices; resulting in a greater emphasis on the domains of forensic auditing and accounting in the current economy. This training course will empower you to recognize the root causes of fraud and white-collar crime in the current economy, understand the categories of fraud, equip you with methodologies of fraud detection and prevention, and heighten your ability to detect potential fraudulent situations. In addition to the fundamentals of fraud investigation and detection in a digital environment; profit-loss evaluation, analysis of accounting books, legal concepts, and quantification of financial damages are also examined in this course