Financial Modeling in Excel: DCF & Valuation
The Introduction to Finance, Accounting, Modelling and Valuation Using Excel course by Koenig Original equips finance analysts, investment associates, and aspiring financial consultants with practical Excel-driven skills to build accurate financial models and conduct business valuations. It solves the critical industry gap where 74% of finance hiring managers report difficulty finding candidates with applied financial modelling proficiency. Participants gain hands-on expertise in DCF, trading comps, and financial statement analysis—skills directly aligned with real-world investment decision-making.
This course prepares learners for the Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA) certification, leveraging Koenig’s Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling and 30-day post-course lab access for mastery. Graduates emerge ready to deliver data-backed valuation insights and drive strategic financial outcomes in corporate finance, equity research, or M&A roles.
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Course Overview
The Introduction to Finance, Accounting, Modelling and Valuation Using Excel by Koenig Original is a comprehensive training program designed for aspiring financial analysts, investment banking associates, and FP&A professionals seeking to master core financial competencies using Microsoft Excel. This course delivers foundational and advanced knowledge in accounting principles, financial statement analysis, ratio evaluation, and business valuation techniques essential for data-driven decision-making in finance. With over 16 hours of structured learning, it equips learners with practical skills highly sought after across investment firms, consulting organizations, and corporate finance departments. According to industry data, professionals skilled in financial modeling command salaries ranging from ₹20–40 LPA at global investment banks in India, highlighting strong market demand for these competencies.
Participants engage with key tools and technologies including Microsoft Excel’s advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, PivotTables, Data Validation, Scenario Manager, and Goal Seek within hands-on lab environments. The course includes dedicated Hands-On-Labs where students build fully functional financial models from scratch, including forecasting income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, while also constructing DCF models using WACC and terminal value calculations. Learners apply these skills in real-world scenarios such as performing relative valuation using trading and transaction comparables (Comps), calculating enterprise value, and deriving target prices through multiple methodologies like EV/EBITDA, P/E, and Price-to-Book. These labs simulate actual financial analysis workflows used in equity research and M&A divisions.
This course prepares candidates for roles requiring proficiency in financial modeling and valuation, skills recognized globally by institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Deloitte, PwC, and EY. Graduates gain expertise aligned with industry expectations in FP&A, investment banking, and equity research, where median total compensation can reach ₹70 LPA for senior positions. As a Koenig Original program, it offers unique advantages including access to official e-courseware, flexible scheduling, and the Guaranteed-to-Run policy ensuring confirmed batches. By mastering financial modeling and valuation using Excel, participants position themselves for accelerated career growth and opportunities in high-value finance roles worldwide.
Prerequisites
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel 2019 or 365, specifically the ability to create VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and PivotTable reports for financial data analysis.
- Foundational understanding of GAAP or IFRS accounting standards to ensure accurate financial modeling.
- Completion of Koenig Solutions' internal prerequisite assessment or equivalent lab environment orientation for financial modeling modules.
- Demonstrated capability to perform complex cell referencing, data formatting, and conditional logic within Excel for financial reporting.
- Working knowledge of core financial metrics including revenue recognition, EBITDA, and profit margin analysis for valuation modeling.
- Practical experience interpreting and structuring financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets, in accordance with Koenig Original course standards.
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Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
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Career Outcomes
of Financial Modeling in Excel: DCF & Valuation certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Financial Modeling in Excel: DCF & Valuation certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Financial Modeller
- Valuation Associate
- Corporate Finance Analyst
- M&A Analyst
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