Business analysis and valuation using financial statements

In order to generate value, managers need to be able to assess the financial impact of their decisions, which in turn requires an understanding of financial analysis techniques and valuation methods. Similarly, investors, creditors, and other stakeholders use such skills in evaluating the implications of decisions made by managers.

This 5-day Boost training course aims to help participants use financial statements to evaluate the performance, prospects, and value of a business. This course focuses on the analysis of business organizations, but many tools and techniques utilized are relevant to private enterprise financial analysis as well. 

• Gain in-depth knowledge of financial analysis and business valuation techniques.
• Use financial statement analysis as an integral part of the strategic analysis of the organization.
• Interpret financial statements, analyze cash flows, make judgments about earnings quality, and uncover hidden assets and liabilities.
• Apply financial statement analysis prospectively to forecast and value firms by applying modern accounting-based technologies.