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Enroll today and master the analytical skills needed to perform accurate valuations, evaluate company performance, and make informed investment decisions.  1.5+ Hours of Video 8+ Hours to Complete35+ Interactive Exercises1 Recognised Certificate Course Overview Our intensive Corporate Valuation certification will equip you with the must-have analytical skills to accurately value companies. As a critical input for investment selections, reliable valuation is pivotal for well-informed decisions. Through step-by-step practical training, our curriculum will empower you to value companies confidently and proficiently. With a focus on hands-on learning and real-world applications, this course will set you up for success in investment banking, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, business valuation, and corporate finance roles. With over 4 hours of content and 35+ exercises, our program provides all the necessary concepts, tools, and methods to become an expert on valuation.  “I was previously unsure of all the financial jargon and concepts, now I feel I have taken steps towards getting the big picture of finance. I really liked the Excel web integration!” Rachel Crawford Course Highlights Time Value of Money Principles and Calculations Net Present Value and Internal Rate of Return Metrics Calculating Averages and Statistical Measures Understanding and Measuring Financial Risk 16+ Practice Exercises and Applications Certificate Upon Successful Course Completion 4

About this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT)  Conducted in an interactive manner, Exploration Project Management will include presentations by the course leader, syndicate and plenary exercises, and (optional) assessment of selected participants' projects. Industry case studies will be integrated into all the presentations. The course material will include a course manual (handout) and a course workbook (for exercises). Participants are requested to bring a mini-poster (two PowerPoint slides) as background material for discussion during the course. Training Objectives By the end of this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT), participants will be able to: Improve the evaluation, execution and delivery of exploration projects, measured in terms of successful bids for new acreage, increased success rate and volume delivery from exploration drilling, and more rapid progress in appraisal of discoveries. Describe concepts, simple processes, workflows and analysis tools for project execution. Tools include the expert course leader's proprietary project management framework, including project framing and after-action review methodologies, templates for strategy development, decision trees, decision quality frameworks. They also include customised Excel spreadsheets for portfolio modelling, project risk assessment (in new ventures and prospect maturation) and business planning. Understand their role in (a) delivering the company's strategy, (b) contributing data and assessments to key exploration decision makers, and (c) communicating project progress and results to senior management. Target Audience The Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) is aimed at exploration professionals with more than 5 to 10 years of experience in the business, who would like to develop their skills for managing exploration projects and presenting the goals and results of their project work to senior management. Exploration and engineering professionals who work in exploration project teams, across the spectrum from new ventures (exploration business development), prospect identification and maturation, and appraisal of discoveries Exploration project leaders Exploration managers The VILT will also benefit professionals from well engineering, petroleum engineering, finance and planning who support exploration activities. Participants are requested to bring a mini-poster (two PowerPoint slides, each printed on A3 paper) as background material for discussion during the course. Course Level Basic or Foundation Trainer Your expert course leader draws on more than 35 years of experience managing, reviewing and directing projects in all aspects of the exploration business: from exploration business development (new ventures), through prospect maturation and drilling, to the appraisal of discoveries. He has more than 30 years' experience with Shell International, followed by 10 years consulting to NOCs in Asia Pacific, Africa and South America and independent oil companies in the United Kingdom, continental Europe and North America. Other than delivering industry training, he has worked on projects for oil & gas companies of all sizes, including independents, national oil companies and (super)-majors, private equity firms, hedge funds and investment banks, and leading management consulting firms. He is an alumnus of Cambridge University. He has M.A and Ph.D. degrees in geology and is a Fellow of the Geological Society of London as well as a respected speaker on management panels at international conferences. Professional Experience Management consultancy & executive education: Advice to investment banks, businesses and major consulting firms. Specialist expertise in upstream oil & gas, with in depth experience in exploration strategy, portfolio valuation and risk assessment. Leadership: Managed and led teams and departments ranging from 3 - 60 in size. Provided technical leadership to a cadre of 800 explorationists in Shell worldwide. Member of the 12-person VP team leading global exploration in Shell, a $3 bln p.a. business and recognised as the most effective and successful among its industry peers. Accountability & decision-making: Accountable for bottom-line results: in a range of successful exploration ventures with budgets ranging from $10's million to $100's million. Made, or contributed to, complex business decisions / investments, taking into account strategic, technical, commercial, organisational and political considerations. Corporate governance: Served as non-executive director on the Boards of the South Rub al Khali Company (oversight of gas exploration studies and drilling in Saudi Arabia) and SEAPOS B.V. (exploration deep-water drilling and facilities management). Technical & operations: Skilled in exploration opportunity evaluation, the technical de risking of prospects, portfolio analysis and managing the interface between exploration and well engineering activities. Unparalleled knowledge of the oil and gas basins of the world, and of different operating regimes and contractual structures, ranging from Alaska, Gulf of Mexico and Brazil, through to the Middle East, former Soviet Union, Far East and Australia. Safety: Following an unsatisfactory audit, became accountable for safety performance in Shell's exploration new ventures. Through personal advocacy and leadership of a small team, delivered pragmatic and effective HSE systems, tools and staff training / engagement and a dramatically improved safety record. R&D: Experience in the 3 key roles in R&D: scientific researcher, research manager, and 'customer' for R&D products. After re-defining Shell's exploration R&D strategy, led the re-structuring of the R&D organization, its interface with 'the business' and approaches to deployment and commercialization. Strategy: Accomplished at formulating competitive strategies in business, R&D and technology deployment, translating them into actionable tactics and results. Defined the exploration strategy of PDO (a Shell subsidiary in Oman) and latterly of Shell's global exploration programme. Professional education, behavioural/motivational coaching: Experienced in organisational re-design, change management, leadership education and talent development. Commercial skills: Personally negotiated drilling compensation claims, educational contracts and E&P contracts, with values of $5 million to $100+ million. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations

Enroll today and gain the mergers and acquisitions modelling skills needed to guide high-stakes business decisions and transactions.  1.5+ Hours of Video 3.5+ Hours to Complete20+ Interactive Exercises1 Recognised Certificate Course Overview Our comprehensive M&A Modelling certification program teaches the essential skills needed to build robust financial models for merger and acquisition valuations. Through step-by-step video lessons and hands-on exercises, you will learn to structure flexible models that provide vital insights into deal outcomes. This self-paced online course focuses on real-world applications in investment banking, private equity, and corporate development. The curriculum covers all aspects of M&A models including key concepts like goodwill, accretion/dilution, consolidation of financial statements, and optimal deal structuring. With over 1 hour of content and 20+ exercises, the program provides the necessary tools and techniques to become an expert in merger modelling.  “I was previously unsure of all the financial jargon and concepts, now I feel I have taken steps towards getting the big picture of finance. I really liked the Excel web integration!” Rachel Crawford Course Highlights Introduction to M&A Model Components and Framework Step-by-Step Merger Model Recipe and Methods Modelling Goodwill, Purchase Price Allocation, Accretion/Dilution Consolidating Balance Sheets and Financial Statements Optimizing Ownership Structure and Capital Funding Real World Case Studies and Debriefs Certificate Upon Completion

A comprehensive understanding of equity as a means of corporate funding, offering insights into both the private equity and public equity landscapes, venture capital, and the strategic considerations involved in raising and managing equity investments. What is Inside the manual? Discounted Cash Flow Techniques This section provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying discounted cash flow (DCF) valuation, including the basics of discounting, the structure of DCF valuations, estimating free cash flow, and calculating terminal value. It covers key value drivers like sales growth rates and EBITDA margins, and compares free cash flow to the firm (FCFF) and free cash flow to equity (FCFE). Cost of Capital An essential element in financial modelling and valuation, this part delves into risk types, the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM), calculating the cost of debt, and determining the weighted average cost of capital (WACC). It explores firm-specific vs. market risk, beta calculations, equity risk premiums, and the optimal leverage ratio. Comparable Company Analysis (Comps) Focusing on how to conduct comps analysis, this section discusses selecting a comparable universe, moving from equity value to enterprise value, choosing the appropriate multiples, and adjusting for special situations like currency impacts and exceptional items. It provides practical insights into valuing companies using comps. Precedent Transactions Analysis Offering an overview of using precedent transactions for valuation, including sourcing relevant transaction information, understanding the mechanics of analysis, and considerations for equity value vs. enterprise value. This section is vital for assessing past transactions to inform current valuations. Valuation Integrations and Considerations Combining elements of DCF, cost of capital, comps, and precedent transactions, this part synthesises the methods into a cohesive valuation approach. It addresses practical aspects like calculating unfunded pension liabilities, adjusting for leases, and understanding the impact of capital structure on valuations. Valuation A concise guide covers key financial valuation techniques, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, cost of capital estimation, comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction analysis. It addresses how to estimate future cash flows, calculate a company's cost of capital using CAPM and WACC, apply valuation multiples, and assess the strategic considerations behind M&A premiums.

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The aim of this course is to help the learner appreciate the value of investment analysis and how important it is for people who want to reach their financial objectives. After the successful completion of the course, you will be able to learn about the following; Understand the difference between direct and indirect investments and the advantages and disadvantages of each in terms of risk and return. Learn the key measures of return and risk used in investment analysis, including expected return, standard deviation, and Sharpe ratio, and how to calculate them. Explore the determinants of the required rate of return, including risk-free rate, market risk premium, and beta, and understand how these factors affect investment decisions. Gain a solid understanding of correlation and coefficient of determination, and how they are used to measure the strength and direction of the relationship between two assets. Dive into the concept of returns, including the different types of returns such as capital gains, dividends, and interest, and how they impact investment analysis and decision-making. Discover the effect of diversification on investment risk, and how to construct a diversified portfolio that balances risk and return. Investment analysis is critical for individuals seeking to achieve their financial goals. Whether you are a seasoned investor or just starting out, understanding investment analysis principles can help you make informed decisions and achieve optimal returns on your investments. This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to investment analysis, covering everything from the basics of investment vehicles to the intricacies of portfolio construction and risk management. By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in the principles and practices of investment analysis, enabling you to confidently navigate the world of finance and achieve your financial objectives. Join us on this exciting journey to master the art of investment analysis and take control of your financial future! The aim of this course is to make the learner understand the importance of investment analysis which is critical for individuals seeking to achieve their financial goals. VIDEO - Course Structure and Assessment Guidelines Watch this video to gain further insight. Navigating the MSBM Study Portal Watch this video to gain further insight. Interacting with Lectures/Learning Components Watch this video to gain further insight. Introduction to Investment Analysis Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic. Introduction to Investment Analysis Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct. All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details. There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course. The certificate is designed to enhance the learner's knowledge in the field. This certificate is for everyone eager to know more and get updated on current ideas in their respective field. We recommend this certificate for the following audience. CEO, Director, Manager, Supervisor Investment Analyst Portfolio Manager Financial Advisor Financial Planner Trader Wealth Manager Investment Banker Asset Manager Risk Manager Hedge Fund Manager Private Equity Investor Corporate Finance Manager Entrepreneur Regulator Policy Analyst Business Executive Average Completion Time 2 Weeks Accreditation 3 CPD Hours Level Advanced Start Time Anytime 100% Online Study online with ease. Unlimited Access 24/7 unlimited access with pre-recorded lectures. Low Fees Our fees are low and easy to pay online.

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What Will I Learn? Find motivated sellers to buy houses from Finance different kinds of real estate deals Buy tax lien certificates and tax deeds Find buyers to purchase investment properties Analyze investment properties as potential flips Analyze investment properties as rentals Protect wealth through understanding of real estate and taxes Build wealth through real estate Requirements Have an open mind Description Develop practical, real-world knowledge and skills for investing in real estate. With this Real Estate Investing Course you will become familiar with a wide range of real estate asset types while learning how to analyze markets, value assets, raise capital through debt and equity financing, and gaining other essential skills for a real estate investment career. You will get a solid grounding in the fundamentals of the commercial real estate marketplace. You will be able to identify the key elements and dynamics of a real estate cash flow, how to value the asset class as well as finance it and invest in it including understanding how a private equity investment is structured, measured and remunerated. Who is the target audience? Students that don't know anything about real estate Students that have experience in real estate but are looking to expand their knowledge Introduction Introduction Super Real Estate Investing 00:11:00 Why Real Estate Continues to Be the Best Investment for Most People 00:12:00 Assessment - Introduction 00:05:00 Getting Amazing Deals on Properties How to buy houses for super cheap 00:20:00 How to use direct marketing to reach motivated sellers 00:16:00 Assessment - Getting Amazing Deals on Properties 00:05:00 How to Finance Real Estate Deals Secrets to financing all kinds of deals 00:16:00 Understanding Hard Money 00:06:00 More Hard Money Examples 00:11:00 Assessment - How to Finance Real Estate Deals 00:05:00 How to Execute Effective Exit Strategies The best exit strategies in real estate 00:14:00 Secrets to wholesaling properties to other investors 00:14:00 Secrets to rehabbing the property and maximizing profit 00:07:00 Assessment - How to Execute Effective Exit Strategies 00:05:00 Making Money with Tax Lien Certificates and Deeds Secrets to buying tax lien certificates and tax deeds 00:09:00 Assessment - Making Money with Tax Lien Certificates and Deeds 00:03:00 Building Wealth and Passive Income Through Rental Properties Buying and renting for maximum passive income 00:16:00 REI Secrets, Tips, and Tricks 00:13:00 More REI Secrets, Tips, and Tricks 00:11:00 Even more REI Secrets, Tips, and Tricks 00:09:00 Assessment - Building Wealth and Passive Income Through Rental Properties 00:05:00 Conclusion Conclusion Super Real Estate 00:06:00

About this Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) This 4 half-day Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) course presents the principles and best practices of portfolio management in the upstream (E&P) oil and gas industry. The VILT course is equally valuable for small independents, large integrated international companies and national oil companies. The VILT course consists of presentations, case studies, illustrative practical exercises and syndicate discussions. Particular emphasis is given to pragmatic portfolio management approaches and solutions which can be implemented swiftly without recourse to major investments in planning and portfolio management software. The VILT course will draw on examples from your expert course leader's 35+ years' experience in the oil and gas industry as an explorationist, upstream vice-president and management consultant. The VILT course handout will comprise softcopy slides used in the presentation and a softcopy workbook for the exercises. Participants will gain proficiency in portfolio management techniques, understand how and why to undertake this activity and be able to apply key concepts directly in the business of their teams / divisions. The VILT course will be presented over 4 half-days, using Microsoft Teams or Zoom and a proprietary set of VILT tools. Participants will be asked to complete a pre course questionnaire (PCQ) addressing their objectives and experience, and attend a session to familiarise themselves with VILT tools before course commencement.     Training Objectives To present the tools, concepts and principles of portfolio management To define the quantitative metrics which are used to describe projects in a portfolio To understand the benefits of portfolio management at different stages of the upstream business: in strategy development, opportunity screening, business development, drilling prospects, conducting appraisal of discoveries and developing fields To put portfolio management in the organisational context by describing the role of the portfolio management team and examining how value assurance (quality control) is best conducted on portfolio data for projects and assets To demonstrate how portfolio management contributes to improved business performance By the end of the VILT course, participants will understand: Key concepts and principles of portfolio management How to design a simple portfolio database and describe complex projects in a small number of objective metrics How to segment the portfolio into meaningful units How to use portfolio data in making business choices and decisions at the strategic and tactical levels The extent to which it is meaningful and reasonable to make comparisons across different portfolio segments How the portfolio management team can support the wider business in decision-making Target Audience This VILT course is specially designed for exploration and development geoscientists, E&P economists and finance staff, and E&P managers. Both technical and non-technical staff will benefit from the concepts presented. Companies are encouraged to send participants from different functions and seniority levels to gain great benefits especially those which would like to implement the concepts presented in this VILT course. Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The VILT course will be delivered online in 4 half-day sessions comprising 4 hours per day, with 2 breaks of 10 minutes per day. The VILT course will be presented in an interactive workshop format that allows for discussion. Course Duration: 4 half-day sessions, 4 hours per session (16 hours in total). Trainer Your expert course leader draws on more than 35 years of experience managing, reviewing and directing projects in all aspects of the exploration business: from exploration business development (new ventures), through prospect maturation and drilling, to the appraisal of discoveries. He has more than 30 years' experience with Shell International, followed by 10 years consulting to NOCs in Asia Pacific, Africa and South America and independent oil companies in the United Kingdom, continental Europe and North America. Other than delivering industry training, he has worked on projects for oil & gas companies of all sizes, including independents, national oil companies and (super)-majors, private equity firms, hedge funds and investment banks, and leading management consulting firms. He is an alumnus of Cambridge University. He has M.A and Ph.D. degrees in geology and is a Fellow of the Geological Society of London as well as a respected speaker on management panels at international conferences. Professional Experience Management consultancy & executive education: Advice to investment banks, businesses and major consulting firms. Specialist expertise in upstream oil & gas, with in depth experience in exploration strategy, portfolio valuation and risk assessment. Leadership: Managed and led teams and departments ranging from 3 - 60 in size. Provided technical leadership to a cadre of 800 explorationists in Shell worldwide. Member of the 12-person VP team leading global exploration in Shell, a $3 bln p.a. business and recognised as the most effective and successful among its industry peers. Accountability & decision-making: Accountable for bottom-line results: in a range of successful exploration ventures with budgets ranging from $10's million to $100's million. Made, or contributed to, complex business decisions / investments, taking into account strategic, technical, commercial, organisational and political considerations. Corporate governance: Served as non-executive director on the Boards of the South Rub al Khali Company (oversight of gas exploration studies and drilling in Saudi Arabia) and SEAPOS B.V. (exploration deep-water drilling and facilities management). Technical & operations: Skilled in exploration opportunity evaluation, the technical de risking of prospects, portfolio analysis and managing the interface between exploration and well engineering activities. Unparalleled knowledge of the oil and gas basins of the world, and of different operating regimes and contractual structures, ranging from Alaska, Gulf of Mexico and Brazil, through to the Middle East, former Soviet Union, Far East and Australia. Safety: Following an unsatisfactory audit, became accountable for safety performance in Shell's exploration new ventures. Through personal advocacy and leadership of a small team, delivered pragmatic and effective HSE systems, tools and staff training / engagement and a dramatically improved safety record. R&D: Experience in the 3 key roles in R&D: scientific researcher, research manager, and 'customer' for R&D products. After re-defining Shell's exploration R&D strategy, led the re-structuring of the R&D organization, its interface with 'the business' and approaches to deployment and commercialization. Strategy: Accomplished at formulating competitive strategies in business, R&D and technology deployment, translating them into actionable tactics and results. Defined the exploration strategy of PDO (a Shell subsidiary in Oman) and latterly of Shell's global exploration programme. Professional education, behavioural/motivational coaching: Experienced in organisational re-design, change management, leadership education and talent development. Commercial skills: Personally negotiated drilling compensation claims, educational contracts and E&P contracts, with values of $5 million to $100+ million. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information about post training coaching support and fees applicable for this. Accreditions And Affliations