Financial Engineering

Overview

Financial Engineering is a comprehensive course that provides an introduction to the world of finance and the application of engineering principles to financial problems. Through this course, you will gain an understanding of financial theories and strategies, financial instruments, types of financial analysis, financial statement analysis, and how the three financial statements are linked. You will also learn about financial ratios, valuation methods, and receive an overview of financial modelling.

This course also includes a handy Excel formulas cheat sheet for finance, which is a valuable resource for anyone working with financial data. Overall, Financial Engineering is designed for anyone looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the world of finance and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to apply engineering principles to financial problems.

What Will You Learn?

• An introduction to Financial Engineering and its key concepts
• Financial theories and strategies
• Different types of financial instruments
• Various financial analysis methods, including financial statement analysis
• How the three financial statements are linked
• An overview of financial ratios and valuation methods
• An introduction to financial modelling
• A cheat sheet for Excel formulas for finance

Who Should Take The Course

• Students pursuing a career in finance, economics or engineering
• Professionals working in financial roles who want to enhance their knowledge and skills
• Individuals looking to transition into finance from other industries
• Entrepreneurs who want to gain an understanding of financial modelling and analysis for their business
• Anyone interested in understanding the principles of financial engineering and the practical application of financial models and analysis

Requirements

Access to a computer with Microsoft Excel installed is required to complete the Excel exercises and assignments. Overall, the course is suitable for beginners with a keen interest in finance, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their financial modelling and analysis skills.