This course takes a deep dive into the world of project finance, where you will learn to build financial models from the ground up using Excel. Whether you're new to finance or looking to sharpen your modeling skills, this course introduces key concepts in project finance, such as understanding eligible transactions and building input assumption sheets. Using a real-world case study, the course will guide you step by step through the intricacies of financial modeling, including multi-scenario input sheets and timeline assumptions.
Project Finance & Excel: Build Financial Models from Scratch
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Understand the foundational concepts of project finance and its applications.
Apply Excel skills to build multi-scenario financial models from scratch.
Analyze construction costs, operational phases, and financial metrics like IRR and CFADS.
Create detailed financial statements, including the P&L, Cash Flow, and Balance Sheet for real-world projects.
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October 2024
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There are 8 modules in this course
In this module, we will explore the fundamental concepts of project finance, making the material accessible to beginners without a finance background. We will break down the definition of project finance and discuss the types of transactions suitable for this financing method, focusing on industries like transportation, power, and the environment.
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2 videos1 reading
In this module, we will delve into a real-world case study, "Express Fiji," a project involving the construction and operation of a highway in Fiji. This section sets the stage for building a complete project finance model from scratch, helping you gain insights into the real-world applications of the skills you're about to learn.
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1 video
In this module, we will focus on creating the foundation of a robust financial model by first understanding the anatomy of a multi-scenario input sheet. We will then proceed to build the input assumptions sheet, which forms the backbone for the rest of our financial model.
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2 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will build a sheet dedicated to the project's timing and explore the mechanics behind timing flags. These are essential for organizing the project phases and performing detailed computations across different time periods in the financial model.
What's included
1 video
In this module, we will focus on visualizing the construction phase of a project, starting with the sources and uses of funds. We will then dive into debt sizing and the circularity of funds, ensuring a deep understanding of how these elements interact during construction.
What's included
2 videos
In this module, we will begin modeling the operational phase by building the operations sheet. Here, we will connect the financial data from the construction phase to track revenue generation and operating costs for the project's lifecycle.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
In this module, we will build the core financial statements, including the profit and loss statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement. We will cover crucial aspects like debt repayment schedules, cash flow waterfalls, and amortization, giving you a complete understanding of financial statement construction.
What's included
7 videos
In this module, we will compute important return metrics, including the Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and analyze all cash flows for the project. This final step will tie together the work done across previous modules, helping you assess the financial viability of the Express Fiji project.
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1 video2 assignments
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