Corporate Finance Fundamentals - Transform Your Financial Analysis Skills

What This Course Delivers for You

This nine-week program gives you the practical skills to analyze financial statements, evaluate business performance, and build financial models that inform real decisions. You'll develop the confidence to discuss financial matters with colleagues and management, backed by a solid understanding of corporate finance principles.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to read and interpret financial statements with ease, calculate and understand key financial ratios, conduct company valuations using established methodologies, and build Excel models for capital budgeting decisions. These aren't abstract concepts—they're the skills you'll use every week in your professional work.

Practical Outcomes

Analyze financial statements from real companies with confidence and precision
Create Excel models for capital budgeting and investment evaluation
Present financial analysis findings clearly to colleagues and management
Understand how financial decisions impact business value and performance

Personal Growth

Feel confident participating in financial discussions at work
Gain recognition as someone who understands financial fundamentals
Open doors to advancement opportunities in finance-related roles
Build a professional skill set that remains valuable throughout your career

Understanding Your Current Challenge

Perhaps you've noticed that financial discussions at work sometimes feel like a foreign language. You understand the broad concepts, but when colleagues start discussing EBITDA margins, working capital ratios, or weighted average cost of capital, you find yourself nodding along while feeling uncertain about the details.

This gap in understanding can be frustrating. You might see opportunities to contribute valuable insights during budget discussions or strategic planning sessions, but hesitate because you're not entirely sure your analysis is correct. Or maybe you've been asked to evaluate a potential investment or acquisition, and you're uncertain which metrics matter most or how to structure your thinking.

Common Situations You May Recognize

In meetings: Financial reports are discussed and you understand the general direction, but lack confidence in your ability to identify the underlying drivers or ask insightful questions about the numbers.

At your desk: You've been given financial statements to review, and while you can read the numbers, you're not certain which figures are most important or what story they tell about the company's health.

During reviews: Your manager mentions that stronger financial analysis skills would be valuable for your next role, but you're not sure where to start or how to develop these capabilities effectively.

Career progression: You notice that colleagues with solid financial analysis skills seem to advance more quickly, and you wonder if this knowledge gap is holding you back.

The challenge isn't that you lack intelligence or capability. It's simply that financial analysis requires specific knowledge and practice that you may not have had the opportunity to develop. Many professionals find themselves in exactly this position—they're competent in their work but recognize that stronger financial skills would expand their effectiveness and open new possibilities.

A Clear Path to Financial Competency

Our Corporate Finance Fundamentals course addresses these challenges through a structured, practical approach. Rather than overwhelming you with theory, we focus on building your skills progressively, ensuring you understand each concept before moving to more complex topics.

The course begins with financial statement analysis—learning to read income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements with genuine comprehension. You'll work with actual company financials, not simplified examples, so you develop the ability to extract meaningful insights from real-world complexity.

From there, you'll learn to calculate and interpret the ratios that professionals use daily: profitability metrics, liquidity measures, efficiency indicators, and leverage ratios. More importantly, you'll understand what these numbers reveal about business performance and how to use them in your analysis.

Course Structure and Progression

Weeks 1-3: Financial Statement Analysis

Master the fundamentals of reading and interpreting financial statements. Work with actual company data to understand what the numbers reveal about business operations and performance.

• Income statement analysis and profitability assessment
• Balance sheet structure and asset evaluation
• Cash flow statement interpretation and analysis
• Identifying trends and patterns in financial data

Weeks 4-5: Ratio Analysis and Valuation

Learn to calculate and interpret the financial ratios that professionals rely on. Understand how to use these metrics to evaluate company performance and compare businesses.

• Profitability, liquidity, and efficiency ratios
• Leverage and coverage metrics
• Company valuation methodologies
• Peer comparison and industry benchmarking

Weeks 6-7: Working Capital and Cost of Capital

Develop understanding of how companies manage their short-term finances and how capital costs affect business decisions.

• Working capital management principles
• Understanding cost of capital concepts
• Dividend policy considerations
• Impact on company valuation

Weeks 8-9: Capital Budgeting and Financial Modeling

Apply your learning to evaluate investment opportunities and build financial models for business decisions.

• Capital budgeting decision frameworks
• NPV, IRR, and payback analysis
• Building financial models in Excel
• Comprehensive case study analysis

What Makes This Approach Effective

The course design reflects our understanding that adult learners need practical application, not just theory. Each concept is immediately applied to real examples, and you'll build skills through hands-on exercises rather than passive listening.

Real Company Data

Work with financial statements from actual companies across various industries, learning to navigate the complexity you'll encounter in professional work.

Excel Template Library

Receive professional-quality Excel templates for financial analysis that you can adapt and use in your own work after the course.

Small Group Learning

Class sizes are intentionally limited to ensure you receive individual attention and can ask questions freely.

Practitioner Instruction

Learn from professionals who use these skills daily in their corporate finance and investment analysis work.

Your Learning Journey

The nine weeks of this program are designed to fit into your professional life. Classes meet twice weekly for three-hour sessions, typically scheduled in the evening to accommodate working professionals. You can also choose weekend sessions if that better suits your schedule.

Each session follows a consistent pattern: concept introduction, instructor demonstration, guided practice, and independent work. You'll always know what to expect, and you'll leave each class with a clear understanding of what you've learned and how to apply it.

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Initial Assessment and Foundation Building

During the first sessions, we'll assess your current knowledge level and ensure everyone has a solid foundation in basic financial concepts. You'll receive course materials, including textbook references, Excel templates, and practice datasets.

2

Progressive Skill Development

As you move through the course, each new concept builds on what you've learned previously. Instructors provide immediate feedback on your work, and you'll have opportunities to ask questions and receive clarification on challenging topics.

3

Practical Application and Integration

The final weeks focus on integrating everything you've learned. You'll work on comprehensive case studies that require you to apply multiple analytical techniques, mirroring the complexity of real business analysis.

4

Ongoing Support and Resources

After completing the course, you'll retain access to course materials and templates. Many students find these resources valuable as reference materials in their professional work.

What Students Experience

Most students describe the course as challenging but manageable. You'll work hard, but the pace allows you to absorb material thoroughly before moving forward. The combination of classroom instruction and independent practice helps concepts stick.

Many students report that within a few weeks, they notice themselves understanding financial discussions at work more completely, and by course end, they feel confident applying these skills in their daily responsibilities.

Course Investment and Value

Complete Nine-Week Program

¥195,000

Investment includes all course materials, Excel templates, and lifetime access to resources

This investment reflects the comprehensive nature of the program and the quality of instruction you'll receive. Consider that professionals with strong financial analysis skills often command higher salaries and access better opportunities throughout their careers.

The practical value extends beyond the course itself. The Excel templates, reference materials, and analytical frameworks you'll receive are tools you can use for years in your professional work. The skills you develop become part of your permanent capabilities.

What's Included

54 hours of instruction over nine weeks
Comprehensive course textbook and study materials
Professional Excel template library for financial analysis
Real company financial data for practice and analysis
Case studies from various industries
Instructor feedback on your analytical work
Certificate of completion
Lifetime access to course materials and templates

Long-term Benefits

Enhanced credibility in financial discussions at work
Ability to take on more analytical responsibilities
Foundation for further professional development in finance
Skills that remain relevant throughout your career
Confidence to pursue roles with financial responsibilities
Understanding of business operations through financial lens

Payment Options Available

We understand that professional development represents a significant investment. We offer payment plans to help make this program accessible. Discuss options during your consultation with our program advisors.

Corporate training discounts are available for organizations enrolling multiple employees.

How We Measure Progress and Results

The effectiveness of this course comes from its structured approach to skill development. We've refined the curriculum over fifteen years of teaching corporate finance, learning which teaching methods help concepts stick and which exercises build lasting capability.

Your progress is assessed throughout the course, not just at the end. Each week includes practical exercises that let you demonstrate your understanding. Instructors provide feedback on your work, helping you identify areas where you're strong and topics that might benefit from additional review.

Week 3

First Milestone

Ability to read and interpret financial statements from actual companies with reasonable confidence.

Week 6

Mid-Point Progress

Proficiency in calculating and interpreting financial ratios and understanding their implications for business performance.

Week 9

Course Completion

Capability to conduct comprehensive financial analysis and build basic financial models for business decisions.

What Success Looks Like

After three weeks: You can read a company's financial statements and understand what the numbers indicate about business operations, profitability, and financial health. You're starting to see patterns and can identify basic strengths and concerns.

After six weeks: You're comfortable calculating and interpreting the key ratios that professionals use. You can compare companies within an industry and understand what drives differences in their financial performance.

After nine weeks: You can conduct a thorough financial analysis of a company, evaluate investment opportunities, build basic financial models, and present your findings with confidence. You understand how financial decisions affect business value.

Course Effectiveness Indicators

Completion Rate

Approximately 98% of students who begin the course complete all nine weeks. This high rate reflects the course structure, instructor support, and the fact that material builds logically without overwhelming jumps in difficulty.

Skill Retention

Follow-up surveys indicate that students continue using the analytical techniques and Excel templates in their work months and years after completing the course.

Professional Application

Many students report taking on new responsibilities at work that require financial analysis skills, or pursuing roles they previously felt unqualified for.

Foundation for Advancement

The course serves as preparation for more advanced study. Several students have gone on to pursue CFA designation or enroll in our advanced courses.

Our Commitment to Your Learning

We're confident in the quality and effectiveness of this course because we've seen hundreds of professionals develop these skills through our program. However, we also understand that selecting training represents both a financial investment and a commitment of your time.

That's why we encourage prospective students to have a detailed consultation before enrolling. During this conversation, we can discuss your current skill level, your learning objectives, and whether this course aligns with your needs. We'd rather have you choose the right program for your situation than enroll in something that doesn't quite fit.

Before You Enroll

Review detailed course syllabus and learning objectives
Speak with instructors about teaching approach and expectations
Discuss whether your background is appropriate for the course level
Ask questions about time commitment and course workload
Receive honest assessment of whether this course meets your needs

During Your Course

Regular feedback on your progress and areas for improvement
Additional help sessions if you're struggling with specific concepts
Instructor availability to answer questions between sessions
Clear explanations and multiple examples of difficult concepts
Respectful learning environment where questions are welcomed

Schedule Your Consultation

Take the time to have a thorough conversation with our program advisors. This consultation involves no obligation to enroll—it's simply an opportunity to determine if this course is right for you. We'd rather help you make an informed decision than have you feel uncertain about your choice.

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How to Get Started

Beginning your journey toward stronger financial analysis skills is straightforward. The process starts with a conversation where we can understand your background, discuss your objectives, and determine whether this course aligns with your needs.

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Submit Your Information

Use the contact form on our homepage to share your background and indicate your interest in the Corporate Finance Fundamentals course. Let us know what you hope to achieve through this training and any questions you have.

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Consultation Call

A program advisor will contact you within one business day to schedule a consultation. During this conversation, you'll discuss course details, review the syllabus, ask questions, and receive an honest assessment of whether this program suits your situation.

3

Course Registration

If you decide the course is right for you, the advisor will help you complete registration, select your preferred class schedule (evening or weekend sessions), and arrange payment. You'll receive confirmation along with pre-course materials to review before the first session.

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Begin Your Learning

Attend the first session and begin building your financial analysis skills. You'll receive all course materials including textbooks, Excel templates, and practice datasets. The instructor will outline expectations and answer any initial questions.

Upcoming Session Dates

We typically offer new sessions every month. Current start dates include sessions beginning in mid-November and early December 2025. Evening sessions run Tuesday and Thursday from 18:30 to 21:30. Weekend sessions run Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 13:00.

During your consultation, we'll discuss which schedule works for your situation and confirm availability in your preferred session.

Take the First Step Toward Financial Expertise

The skills you develop in this course become part of your professional capabilities for the rest of your career. Nine weeks of focused learning can change how you understand business, how you participate in financial discussions, and what opportunities become available to you.

You don't need to decide right now whether to enroll. Just begin the conversation. Share your background and objectives, ask your questions, and learn whether this course aligns with your professional development goals.

Start Your Consultation

Consultation involves no obligation and helps ensure you select the right training for your situation.

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