A Highly Interactive Training Course On

Advanced Financial Modelling with Excel

Modeling Best Practices

Classroom Sessions
22-26 Sep 2025
Dubai
$5,950
22-26 Dec 2025
London
$5,950
13-17 Jul 2026
Barcelona
$5,950
21-25 Sep 2026
London
$5,950
21-25 Dec 2026
Dubai
$5,950
Online Sessions
04-08 Aug 2025
Online
$3,950
27-31 Oct 2025
Online
$3,950
20-24 Apr 2026
Online
$3,950

Course Introduction

The Advanced Financial Modelling with Excel training course is designed to elevate your financial modelling expertise to a higher level through hands-on analysis of real-world case studies. In addition to enhancing your technical skills, the course deepens your financial knowledge, empowering you to make strategic decisions that reduce costs, boost profitability, and manage risk effectively.

Participants will explore advanced tools and methodologies for estimating sales, costs, risks, and key economic variables. The course focuses on building sophisticated financial optimization models using Excel, incorporating international best practices and cutting-edge modelling techniques.

This training course will feature:

  • Practical application of advanced financial modelling skills to real life case studies in the Oil & Gas sector and your company
  • Development of advanced financial knowledge and its application to business problems and decision making
  • The development of Advanced Financial Models which will be of practical use to you and your organization
  • Training using Excel and the latest financial analysis tools and techniques
  • Supporting material in both hard and soft copy explaining key Financial and Modelling techniques and applications

Training Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Make improved financial decisions using Excel
  • Develop advanced financial models using Excel
  • Apply best practice and the latest tools and techniques to analyse financial data
  • Manage sales, costs and financial risk using financial models
  • Prepare, use and report on advanced financial models

Training Methodology

Throughout the course delegates will work on case studies and real life examples to develop their Advanced Financial Modelling and Finance skills. The course is taught by an experienced financial practitioner, who will guide you through finance and the latest tools and techniques, using a range of methods including discussions, case studies and exercises. Where appropriate, these will include real issues brought to the workshop by delegates. The course is highly participatory ensuring that delegates leave with new skills to benefit their personal and organizational development.

Who should Attend?

This course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Professionals who need to develop a greater understanding of finance
  • Professionals who need to develop their advanced financial modelling skills
  • Those who make decisions using financial models or are impacted by those decisions
  • Those responsible for managing finance
  • Those responsible for estimating sales, costs, risks and economic variables

Course Outline

Day One: Advanced Modelling Skills with Excel
  • From Basic Modelling to Advanced Modelling
  • Identifying Financial Applications for Modelling in the Oil & Gas sector
  • Advanced Financial Applications of Excel
  • Advanced Financial Analysis Tools in Excel
  • Graphs & Charts to aid Financial Analysis
  • Best Practice in Modelling with Excel
Day Two: Estimation Models - Income, Costs, Risks & Economic Variables (Oil Prices, Exchange Rates & Interest Rates)
  • Cost Estimation – Incremental; Inflation, PERT, Supply & Demand factors
  • Forecasting using Statistical Methods in Excel – Time Series Analysis, Exponential Smoothing, Correlation & Regression Analysis
  • Risk Measurement using – Probability Analysis, Correlation & Beta
  • Forecasting Oil Prices using statistical models
  • Measuring & Managing Investment Risk
  • Forecasting Interest Rates & Exchange Rates using historical data, Interest Rate Parity Theory and Purchasing Power Parity Theory
Day Three: Developing an Advanced Financial Optimisation Model
  • Developing the Financial Model using Costs and Economic Variables estimated on Day 2
  • Simulating changes to Costs & Accounts Payable
  • Simulating changes to Sales Volume, Oil Price & Accounts Receivables
  • Financial Derivatives – Forwards, Options Futures & Swaps
  • Using Derivatives to Managing Oil Price Volatility, Interest Rates & Exchange Rates
  • Implementing Policies to manage change
Day Four: Models to Assess Growth Strategies
  • Evaluating growth strategies
  • Models to simulate growth strategies
  • The dangers of Overtrading
  • Examining the impact on Working Capital
  • Examining the impact on Leverage
  • Mergers & Acquisitions – Modelling the impact on Share Price, Market Value, Earnings & EPS
Day Five: Modelling Best Practices
  • Case Study incorporating the skills from Day 1 – 4
  • Developing an Advanced Financial Optimisation Model to meet the needs of the delegates and their organisation
  • Presentation of the Model
  • Testing the Model
  • Improving the Model
  • Decision Making & Reporting

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Anderson
Aztech Training
Aztech Training
Coventry
Coventry

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
Whats Makes Copex Courses Unique?

COPEX Training is your gateway to professional growth, with over 20 years of experience turning potential into success. Each year, we deliver over 1,000 courses in 50+ countries, earning a stellar 98% satisfaction rate. Trusted by global giants like BP, the United Nations, and HSBC, we partner with top certification bodies to provide career-focused training that empowers individuals and drives organizational breakthroughs. Our mission? To transform the way professionals learn and grow in today’s fast-changing industries. Through expert insights, cutting-edge methods, and hands-on approaches, we equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in your career.

Led by a passionate leadership team and supported by a network of world-class trainers, COPEX Training connects professionals worldwide with life-changing opportunities. We are committed to excellence, ensuring every participant leaves with the tools, expertise, and confidence to conquer an ever-evolving world.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

What is COPEX?

COPEX stands for “The Centre for Operations & Procurement Excellence”. Our courses are designed to develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals across various sectors.

What are the benefits of attending COPEX training courses?

Enhanced Skills: Develop in-demand skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
Career Advancement: Improve your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
Increased Confidence: Gain confidence in your abilities and enhance your professional presence.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals and industry experts.
Improved Job Performance: Enhance your productivity, efficiency, and job satisfaction.
Personal Growth: Develop valuable personal and professional skills that can benefit you in all areas of life.

What makes COPEX training courses unique?

Experienced Instructors: Courses are delivered by highly qualified and experienced instructors with industry expertise.
Interactive Learning: Engaging and interactive learning methods, including workshops, simulations, case studies, and group discussions.
Practical Application: Focus on practical skills and real-world applications, enabling you to apply your learning immediately.
Flexible Learning Options: A variety of course formats available, including classroom training, online courses, and blended learning.
Certification & Recognition: Upon successful completion, you may receive industry-recognized certifications.

What is the cost of COPEX training courses?

The cost of COPEX training courses varies depending on the course duration, content, and delivery method.

How can I register?

There are several ways to register in our public training courses:
Online – Browse the Training Plan, select the course of choice, click on the button
“Register Now” inside the course outline page.
E-mail – Send the details (name, company name, email address and training course of
choice) of your nomination to [email protected]
Telephone – +971 4 368 6886 or +971 50 106 2750

When will I receive the confirmation for my registration/s?

Upon successful registration, processing window will take not more than 24 hours from the time of registration. An email including the registration confirmation, invoice and joining instructions will be sent to the provided email address.

What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.

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At Copex Training, we offer customizable courses designed to fit your specific needs. whether it's refining procurement practices or enhancing leadership and management skills, we tailor our programs to meet your unique goals and challenges. Let us create a training solution that delivers real results for your team.
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