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Become a Financial Planning Analyst
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Module 4
Three-Statement Financial Model Construction
1
Working Capital Schedules: From Drivers to Dynamics
Construct supporting schedules for working capital items (AR, AP, Inventory) based on operational drivers (DSO, DPO, DIO).
2
CapEx and Depreciation Modeling
Model a capital expenditure (CapEx) schedule and its corresponding depreciation schedule using various methods.
3
Dynamic Headcount & Compensation Planning
Build a dynamic headcount schedule with salary escalations and variable benefit costs.
4
Revolving Credit & Debt Schedules: Amortization & Interest
Model revolving credit facilities and long-term debt schedules with principal amortization and interest calculations.
5
Retained Earnings & Equity: Linking Income Statement & Balance Sheet
Link the income statement and balance sheet via retained earnings and other equity accounts.
6
Cash Flow Statement: Income Statement & Balance Sheet Analysis
Derive the cash flow statement from the income statement and changes in balance sheet accounts.
7
Building and Balancing the Three-Statement Model
Integrate all supporting schedules to complete the three-statement model and troubleshoot to ensure the balance sheet balances.
8
Iterative Solutions for Circular Interest Calculations
Resolve circular references related to interest calculations using iterative methods or a 'corkscrew' calculation.
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