PROED 116 - Financial Modeling for Managers

In this course, students will learn how to use models created in Microsoft Excel to evaluate and forecast performance of a project, department, or entire business. Financial models are used for many different reasons including business valuation and strategic planning. Financial models are also used to forecast trends and create projections, industry comparisons, ratio analysis and common size financial statements. Students will learn an effective framework for financial modeling. The class will focus on practice and building persuasive, well-organized, and meaningful models.