Develop practical expertise in financial statement analysis and business valuation by applying industry-standard ratios, forecasting techniques, and valuation frameworks used by analysts and finance professionals. In this course, learners will evaluate profitability, liquidity, solvency, and operational efficiency using key metrics such as gross margin, ROE, current ratio, debt-to-equity, and turnover ratios. The course also introduces valuation methods including market multiples, discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions.

Ratio Analysis & Valuation Methods

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Calculate and interpret profitability metrics.
Evaluate liquidity, solvency, and efficiency.
Perform valuations using multiples, DCF, and comparative methods.
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June 2026
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Taught in English
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