Financial Forecasting and Modeling in Excel
Course Code
HRM-011
Date
27 April - 8 May 2025
Place
Dubai
Fees
3000$
Introduction :
The Financial Forecasting and Modeling in Excel course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills to use Excel for financial forecasting and modeling. In this course, participants will learn how to build complex financial models, apply forecasting techniques to financial data, and analyze trends for informed decision-making. The course is ideal for individuals and businesses aiming to enhance their financial analysis skills and effectively use Excel for financial operations.
Objectives :
- Learn how to use Excel for financial forecasting and modeling.
- Understand how to build accurate financial models.
- Analyze financial data using advanced Excel tools.
- Learn how to estimate future financial trends.
- Build and apply financial models in business operations.
- Use Excel tools to prepare financial reports.
- Apply forecasting techniques to financial data accurately.
- Analyze and interpret financial results for strategic decisions.
Target Audience :
- Financial consultants and analysts.
- Financial planners in companies.
- Financial analysts in banks and financial institutions.
- Account managers in small and medium businesses.
- Executive managers in the finance sector.
- Individuals looking to improve their Excel skills for financial purposes.
- Professionals regularly working with financial data who want to enhance their forecasting skills.
Content Outlines :
Module 1 – Fundamentals of Financial Forecasting in Excel
- Introduction to financial forecasting and types.
- Importance of financial forecasting in decision-making.
- Basic concepts in financial modeling using Excel.
- Basic tools in Excel for building financial models.
- Introduction to basic financial functions in Excel.
- Preparing financial data properly for modeling.
Module 2 – Building Financial Models in Excel
- How to build a financial model using historical data.
- Using mathematical formulas to build models.
- Applying financial analysis techniques to models.
- How to calculate key financial performance indicators in Excel.
- Developing multi-variable financial models.
- Risk analysis in financial models using various scenarios.
Module 3 – Applying Financial Forecasting to Financial Data
- Forecasting sales using financial modeling techniques.
- Applying forecasting techniques to historical data.
- Using regression models for financial forecasting.
- Forecasting revenue and costs in business.
- Estimating financial impacts of future decisions using Excel.
- Creating financial reports based on forecasting data.
Module 4 – Financial Analysis Using Excel
- Analyzing financial data using advanced Excel tools.
- Interpreting financial results from financial models.
- Using spreadsheets to analyze different scenarios.
- How to present analysis results effectively.
- Financial sustainability analysis using forecasting techniques.
- Applying financial models to assess company financial performance.
Module 5 – Creating Financial Reports Using Excel
- How to create financial reports using model outcomes.
- Using charts and graphs to present financial analysis.
- Creating periodic financial reports using Excel.
- How to present financial forecasts in reports.
- Preparing reports for investors and executive managers.
- Presenting financial analysis using Excel presentation tools.