Foundations of Financial Modeling

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Course Introduction

The Foundations of Financial Modeling training course is designed to build your financial modelling expertise using real-world case studies and practical applications. You will strengthen your core finance knowledge and develop the skills needed to make informed decisions that support cost reduction, profit growth, and risk mitigation.

This course focuses on modern tools and techniques for evaluating financial performance and managing risk in the oil and gas sector. Participants will apply sensitivity and scenario analysis to simulate real market events—such as oil price volatility—gaining practical insights into handling uncertainty and improving financial outcomes in complex environments.

This training course will feature:

  • Practical application of financial modelling skills through real-life oil & gas case studies
  • Development of finance knowledge to solve business problems and support decision-making
  • Creation of financial models that can be used immediately within your organization
  • Training on Excel and the latest financial analysis tools and techniques
  • Real-world examples that reflect the challenges faced in oil & gas projects

Objectives

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

  • Make more informed and improved financial decisions using structured models
  • Build comprehensive financial models for forecasting and analysis
  • Apply modern financial analysis tools and techniques to real data
  • Identify and manage financial risks through model-based simulations
  • Evaluate project performance using robust financial modelling methods

Training Methodology

Throughout the course, delegates will work on case studies and real-life examples to develop their financial modelling and finance skills. The learning approach is hands-on, ensuring participants apply concepts directly to practical scenarios, enhancing retention and real-world usability.

The course is delivered by an experienced financial practitioner who will guide delegates through finance principles and advanced modelling techniques. Training methods include group discussions, interactive exercises, and real case scenarios brought in by participants. This participatory approach ensures delegates leave with valuable skills that benefit both personal growth and organizational performance.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals who need a strong foundation in finance and financial modelling. It is especially beneficial for those who work in or support the oil & gas industry and are involved in project planning, analysis, or decision-making.

This course will greatly benefit:

  • Professionals seeking a deeper understanding of finance concepts
  • Individuals aiming to strengthen their financial modelling skills
  • Decision-makers who rely on financial models for business choices
  • Finance managers and analysts responsible for financial planning
  • Project managers or supervisors working on oil & gas projects
  • Team members involved in financial performance monitoring

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Finance

  • Financial & Management Accounting
  • Developing Financial Statements – Income Statement, Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position) & Cashflow Statements
  • Financial Performance using Ratio Analysis
  • Management Accounting – developing budgets
  • OPEX & CAPEX
  • Financial Terminology Explained

Day 2: Foundation of Modelling

  • Basic Excel functions
  • Steps to develop a Financial Model
  • Flow charting Techniques to improve Modelling
  • Input Tables
  • Pivot Tables
  • Foundation Analysis Tools in Excel

Day 3: Financial Modelling

  • Forecasting the Income Statement, Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position) & Cashflow Statements
  • Budgeting Models
  • Purchase Decisions
  • Modelling Finance Decisions – Equity or Debt and the Cost of Capital
  • Capital Investment Decisions – Payback, ARR, NPV & IRR using Excel
  • Graphs & Charts to support financial models

Day 4: Modelling Risk Management Scenarios

  • Identifying the major Risks in the Oil & Gas sector
  • Modelling Risk & Uncertainty
  • Sensitivity Analysis
  • Scenario Analysis
  • Break Even Analysis
  • Modelling & Managing changes in Interest Rates & Exchange Rates

Day 5: Modelling the Financial Performance of Oil & Gas Projects

  • Variance Analysis
  • Critical Path Analysis – Financial & Manpower implications
  • GANTT Charts
  • Earned Value Analysis
  • Managing Variances
  • Simulating changes in the project

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Aztech Training
Coventry

Certificate

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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