Are you ready to dive deep into the world of valuation using the DCF model?
This crash course is your complete guide to understanding and applying Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) valuation using real-world techniques and Excel-based modeling. Whether you're a student, a finance professional, or an entrepreneur, this course simplifies complex financial concepts like WACC (Weighted Average Cost of Capital), free cash flows, and terminal value into digestible, step-by-step instructions.
We’ll walk you through the definition of discounted cash flow, how to use the DCF formula, and teach you how to value a company using DCF. By the end, you'll confidently build your own DCF model in Excel, backed by a solid understanding of WACC calculation, risk-adjusted return metrics, and valuation adjustments.
Here's what’s included in the course:
Introduction to DCF Valuation – Basics & Importance
Core Concepts in DCF Analysis – Time Value of Money, Free Cash Flow
Gathering and Preparing Financial Data – Financial statements & assumptions
Understanding and Calculating WACC – Cost of equity, cost of debt
Building a DCF Model in Excel – Hands-on approach
Calculating Terminal Value (TV) – Different methods of estimation
Calculating Present Value (PV) of Free Cash Flows – Discounting to today’s value
Adjusting Enterprise Value to Equity Value – Making the right adjustments
DCF Calculation in Excel – Complete model walkthrough
Sensitivity Analysis – Understanding the impact of key assumptions
Whether you're preparing for interviews, building valuation models, or investing in companies, this course will equip you with the exact DCF analysis skills used by investment bankers, private equity analysts, and corporate finance professionals.