Excel Financial Modeling and Business Analysis: TESLA

Description

Welcome to our comprehensive course on Financial Modeling in Excel! This course is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of financial analysis and modeling. Whether you're new to finance or looking to enhance your expertise, this course provides a structured learning path covering various aspects of financial modeling using Microsoft Excel. Throughout this course, you will embark on a journey that begins with the fundamentals of financial modeling and gradually progresses to more advanced topics. You will learn how to construct robust financial models, interpret financial statements, perform scenario analysis, and evaluate investment opportunities across different sectors and regions. Our curriculum is carefully crafted to cater to learners of all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals. Each module is designed to be interactive and engaging, incorporating practical examples, case studies, and hands-on exercises to reinforce your understanding of the concepts covered.

This course includes

• 5 hours on-demand video
• Unlimited Access, Anytime, on mobile and TV
• Certificate of completion
  

What you'll learn

• Understand Tesla's history, mission, and market impact.
  
• Source and interpret historical financial data. Navigate Tesla's annual report and analyze consolidated financial statements.
  
• Calculate historical revenue growth rates. Project future revenue based on historical trends.
  
• Apply color-coding techniques in financial models. Project cost of sales and forecast operating expenses.
  
• Calculate working capital ratios. Project Tesla's working capital requirements.
  
• Determine the proportion of assets subject to depreciation. Forecast capital expenditures and allocate them.
  
• Use the TRANSPOSE function and calculate machinery and equipment depreciation. Finalize the depreciation schedule for Net PPE.
  
• Calculate common stock and retained earnings. Analyze net income attributable to non-controlling interests and provision for income taxes.
  
• Build the cash flow statement. Establish linkages between balance sheet and cash flow. Complete cash flow linkages with income statements.
  
• Calculate cash available for debt repayment. Project long-term debt payments. Establish income statement linkages for debt schedule.
  
• DCF Valuation: Compute Free Cash Flow to the Firm (FCFF). Understand and calculate the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC).
  
• Derive terminal value and perform NPV calculations. Determine target share price and conduct sensitivity analysis.
  
• Compute the weighted average number of shares. Calculate basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS). Understand and perform EBITDA calculations.
  
• Analyze Tesla's financial performance through key ratios.
  

Requirements

• Basic Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of fundamental accounting concepts such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Excel Proficiency: Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, including functions, formulas, and data manipulation.
• Financial Terminology: Familiarity with financial terms and metrics like revenue, expenses, net income, EBITDA, and ratios.
  

Who this course is for

• Finance Professionals: Financial analysts, accountants, and professionals seeking to enhance their financial modeling skills.
• Business Students: Undergraduate and graduate students majoring in finance, accounting, or related fields.
• Entrepreneurs and Startups: Individuals involved in business planning, startups, or seeking to understand financial projections.
• Investment Analysts: Those interested in investment analysis, valuation, and understanding financial statements for informed decision-making.
• Consultants and Advisors: Business consultants and advisors looking to strengthen their financial modeling capabilities.