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Are you interested in investing as a hobby or pursuing a future career in finance? Have you ever wondered how top companies such as Nike, Netflix, Snapchat, or Nintendo make money? In this engaging, fast-paced course, discover the industry techniques and business principles that go into valuing high-performing companies. Dive into real-world examples, including financial statements, financial models, and case studies, to deepen your analytical skills. You will practice valuing companies through hands-on projects. Learn key concepts, such as profit metrics, forecasting sales growth and expenses, discounted cash flow analysis, and more. By taking this course, you will gain skills and knowledge to navigate today's stock market and build a future investment portfolio. In addition, you will be introduced to advanced research techniques used by global finance and investment companies.
Please note: For students interested in enrolling in this course, previous experience in the business or investing field is strongly recommended (e.g., a related course taken at school, prior firsthand experience, an extracurricular program such as another High School Academy course, etc.).
