About the Collaboration: iHUB, IIT Roorkee & SkillArbitrage

This advanced program is brought to you by a partnership between two visionaries: iHUB DivyaSampark@IIT Roorkee, a flagship innovation hub under India's National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems, and SkillArbitrage, widely recognized as the world's leading edtech platform.
With over 175 years of academic excellence, IIT Roorkee has been a cradle of technological leadership and disruptive ideas for generations. Its research centers and industry alliances are at the core of India's digital and engineering transformation. Within IIT, iHUB DivyaSampark stands at the cutting edge of cyber-physical systems, AI, machine learning, sensors, and next-generation smart device innovation—driving market-ready technology, startup incubation, and global research collaborations.
SkillArbitrage, in parallel, has shaped the careers of thousands across India and beyond, earning its position as the world's foremost legal edtech powerhouse. With an unmatched reach, hands-on industry integration, and alumni placed at top firms, consultancies, and product teams worldwide, Skill Arbitrage empowers professionals to convert cutting-edge knowledge into high-impact, future-ready careers.
Together, this collaboration brings you an advanced education experience backed by world-class research, next-level innovation, and a proven track record of career success, setting a new gold standard for skills in India and across the globe.

Accreditation & Certification

This course is offered in collaboration between iHub DivyaSampark, IIT Roorkee, a Technology Innovation Hub under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, and SkillArbitrage, widely recognized as the world’s leading edtech platform. You will receive a certificate co-branded by iHub DivyaSampark, IIT Roorkee and SkillArbitrage on successful completion.

Master Practical, High-Impact Finance Skills to Accelerate Your Career Growth and Excel in Remote Roles

In today's competitive financial world, companies don't just need accountants. They need finance professionals who can build financial models, value companies, structure deals, and guide strategic investment decisions. The demand for skilled corporate finance and investment banking professionals has never been higher.
This course is built for aspiring finance professionals, MBA students, chartered accountants, engineers, and career switchers who want to master the complete corporate finance and investment banking skill set, from financial analysis and modeling to business valuation and deal-making.
You will learn to combine core finance knowledge with advanced modeling techniques, valuation methodologies, and investment analysis, thereby creating a skill set that opens doors to high-paying roles in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, and consulting.
Whether you are a BCom/MCom fresher, MBA student, working professional, CA, or career transitioner, this program will show you how to become a market-ready finance professional that top companies actively seek and pay premium salaries for.

The Finance Industry is Evolving Rapidly

Businesses today are making million-dollar decisions based on sophisticated financial analysis. The days of basic bookkeeping and manual spreadsheets are fading fast.
Modern finance teams need professionals who can:

• Build integrated 3-statement financial models that forecast the future
• Value companies using DCF, comparable analysis, and precedent transactions
• Analyze credit risk and prepare reports that banks accept
• Create pitch decks that help startups raise millions in funding
• Develop investment memos that guide PE/VC investment decisions
• Build interactive dashboards using Power BI for executive decision-making

What was once considered "number crunching" is now a strategic, analytical skill that commands premium salaries. Companies across industries, from startups to Fortune 500 firms, investment banks to consulting firms, are actively recruiting finance professionals who can deliver tangible business value.
This course helps you make that transformation. You will learn everything from financial statement analysis to advanced business valuation, positioning yourself as a complete corporate finance and investment banking professional built for the modern economy.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for ambitious individuals who want to master corporate finance, financial modeling, and investment banking skills.

BCom/MCom Freshers and Students:
Perfect for B.Com, BBA, MBA students, or recent graduates looking to build job-ready skills that go far beyond college textbooks. Gain practical expertise in financial modeling and valuation that makes you immediately employable in corporate finance and banking roles.

MBA Students (Tier 1, 2, and 3):
Whether you're from a premier B-school or building exceptional technical skills to compete, this program provides the modeling and valuation expertise that differentiates you in IB/consulting interviews and corporate finance roles.

Working Professionals:
Finance executives, accountants, and business analysts who want to upgrade their analytical capabilities and transition into higher-paying roles in investment banking, M&A, FP&A, or strategic finance.

Chartered Accountants (CA/CA Inter):
CAs who understand accounting deeply but want to bridge the gap to modeling and markets. CAs with strong Excel and modeling skills command premium salaries in valuation, M&A, and transaction advisory roles.

Career Transitioners:
Engineers, IT professionals, or anyone from non-finance backgrounds looking to transition into high-growth finance roles. The Power BI and analytics modules provide your golden ticket for entry.

Startup Ecosystem Professionals:
Anyone working with startups who needs to understand valuations, pitch deck creation, fundraising models, and investor communication to help companies raise capital and scale.

What Will You Learn in This Course?

By the end of this 6-month program, you will not only understand how corporate finance and investment banking work together but also know how to build financial models, value companies, analyze investments, and create deal materials like a professional analyst.

• You will learn to:
• Master financial statement analysis, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess company performance and financial health.
• Calculate and interpret financial ratios (profitability, liquidity, leverage, efficiency) to evaluate businesses and compare companies within industries.
• Build capital budgeting models using NPV, IRR, and payback analysis to evaluate investment decisions and project viability.
• Conduct cash flow analysis, including FCFF and FCFE calculations, essential for valuation and credit analysis.
• Perform market sizing analysis using TAM/SAM/SOM frameworks for pitch decks and investment presentations.
• Build integrated 3-statement financial models that link P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow with dynamic scenario analysis.
• Master business valuation using DCF (Discounted Cash Flow), comparable company analysis, and precedent transaction methods.
• Prepare credit risk analysis and assess borrower creditworthiness for lending decisions.
• Construct investment portfolios using risk-return analysis, diversification strategies, and performance measurement metrics.
• Write professional equity research reports with industry analysis, company deep dives, and BUY/HOLD/SELL recommendations.
• Analyze real estate projects including construction cash flow modeling, IRR calculations, and project financing structures.
• Create compelling pitch decks that help startups raise capital from investors.
• Build interactive Power BI dashboards and automated reports for executive decision-making and business intelligence.

Each module is designed to build your expertise progressively, from foundational analysis to advanced valuation and deal-making, thus preparing you to handle complex finance roles in any industry.

Super 30: Real-World Finance Tasks You Can Master and Perform Like a Pro

Imagine being the finance professional everyone turns to for valuations, models, and strategic recommendations. That's the transformation this course delivers.
Here are 30 real-world corporate finance and investment banking tasks you will be able to perform with confidence and expertise:

Financial Analysis & Statement Interpretation

1. Analyze financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to extract actionable business insights.
2. Calculate and interpret financial ratios to assess company profitability, liquidity, and solvency.
3. Conduct industry benchmarking to compare company performance against competitors.
4. Prepare comprehensive financial health assessment reports for management and investors.
5. Identify red flags and opportunities in company financials within 30 minutes.

Capital Budgeting & Investment Decisions

1. Build NPV and IRR models to evaluate capital investment projects.
2. Conduct payback period and discounted payback analysis for project selection.
3. Rank mutually exclusive projects under capital constraints.
4. Create sensitivity tables to understand how variable changes impact investment outcomes.
5. Evaluate real estate and infrastructure project viability using IRR and NPV frameworks.

Financial Modeling

1. Build integrated 3-statement financial models (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) that automatically link and update.
2. Develop revenue forecasting models using growth rates, market share, and unit economics.
3. Create expense models with fixed/variable cost analysis and operating leverage.
4. Build scenario analysis models with toggle switches for aggressive/conservative/base cases.
5. Construct clean, auditable models with proper documentation that pass professional review.

Business Valuation

1. Perform DCF (Discounted Cash Flow) valuation from scratch with WACC calculation.
2. Conduct comparable company analysis using P/E, EV/EBITDA, and sector-specific multiples.
3. Execute precedent transaction analysis for M&A and deal advisory.
4. Value startups for fundraising rounds using appropriate methodologies.
5. Prepare professional valuation reports with executive summaries and clear recommendations.

Credit Analysis & Banking

1. Assess borrower creditworthiness using financial analysis and credit scoring.
2. Prepare credit reports and lending recommendations for banking institutions.
3. Calculate debt serviceability ratios including DSCR, ICR, and TOL/TNW.
4. Conduct working capital assessment and cash flow-based lending analysis.
5. Write credit opinions with recommended loan amounts, terms, and security requirements.

Investment Banking & Deal Materials

1. Create pitch decks that help startups raise capital from angel investors, VCs, and PE firms.
2. Develop investment memos for PE/VC deal evaluation and approval.
3. Prepare market sizing studies using TAM/SAM/SOM frameworks.
4. Write equity research reports with BUY/HOLD/SELL recommendations and target prices.
5. Build interactive Power BI dashboards for financial KPI tracking and executive reporting.

By mastering these skills, you'll transform from someone who processes numbers to someone who drives strategic decisions. You'll be the professional that organizations rely on for valuations, deal support, and investment guidance.

Course Curriculum

This comprehensive 6-month program is structured into 12 progressive modules, each designed to build upon the previous one and develop your expertise from foundational concepts to advanced deal-making skills.

Module 1: Financial Analysis & Ratio Interpretation
Master reading financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow), comprehensive ratio analysis (Liquidity, Profitability, Leverage, Efficiency), industry benchmarking, and financial health assessment. This is the foundation for everything else you'll learn.

Module 2: Capital Budgeting & Investment Decision-Making
Learn how companies make investment decisions. Master NPV (Net Present Value), IRR (Internal Rate of Return), Payback Period, Discounted Payback, and project selection under capital constraints. Essential for corporate finance and project evaluation roles.

Module 3: Cash Flow Analysis & Working Capital Management
Deep dive into operating cash flow, FCFF (Free Cash Flow to Firm), FCFE (Free Cash Flow to Equity), and working capital management. This is THE most important metric for credit analysis and business valuation.

Module 4: Market Sizing & Business Opportunity Assessment
Master TAM (Total Addressable Market), SAM (Serviceable Addressable Market), SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market), and both top-down and bottom-up approaches. Essential for pitch decks, investment presentations, and strategic planning.

Module 5: Integrated Financial Modeling
Build integrated 3-statement models, revenue forecasting, expense modeling, balance sheet projections, and scenario analysis. This is your most marketable skill that separates analysts from accountants and commands premium compensation.

Module 6: Credit Risk Analysis
Learn credit appraisal process, debt serviceability ratios (DSCR, ICR, TOL/TNW), and working capital assessment. Understand how banks evaluate borrowers and make lending decisions.

Module 7: Business Valuation Methodologies
Master DCF valuation, relative valuation (comparable company analysis), precedent transaction analysis, and DDM (Dividend Discount Model). Used in M&A, fundraising, IPOs, and management buyouts, this is high-value, always in-demand expertise.

Module 8: Portfolio Management & Investment Analytics
Learn portfolio construction, diversification strategies, risk-return analysis, and performance measurement (Beta, Alpha, Sharpe Ratio). Essential for buy-side roles, wealth management, and equity research positions.

Module 9: Equity Research & Investment Recommendations
Write professional equity research reports with industry analysis, company deep dives, valuation, and BUY/HOLD/SELL recommendations. Learn to create research that guides investment decisions for funds and institutional investors.

Module 10: Real Estate & Project Finance
Analyze real estate project viability, construction cash flow modeling, pre-sales and project financing, IRR and NPV for property investments. A lucrative niche particularly valuable for engineers transitioning to finance.

Module 11: Pitch Decks & Fundraising Presentations
Create compelling fundraising presentations that build investor confidence. Learn financial storytelling that helps startups raise capital from angel investors, VCs, and PE firms.

Module 12: Power BI & Business Intelligence
Build interactive financial dashboards, automate reporting using Power Query and VBA, track KPIs, and create data visualizations for executive decision-making. Your golden ticket for career transitions and high-demand analytics roles.

Training Methodology

Online 24/7 access

Access study materials via our online portal & via our Android & iOS apps, learn at your own pace, on your own schedule.

Practical Exercises

One assignment including two practical exercises every week, each followed by detailed written feedback from industry experts. You will build real deliverables, i.e., models, reports, decks, all beyond just completing exercises.

Convenient Class Timings

Classes are held after work hours, typically after 8 PM on weekdays or on Sundays, to suit working professionals and students perfectly.

Live Online Classes

Live online classes based on exercises, allowing questions, discussions, and real-time feedback with instructors.

Industry-Standard Tools

Hands-on training in Excel, Power BI, and financial modeling techniques used by investment banks, PE firms, and corporate finance teams worldwide.

Live Doubt Clearing

Live doubt clearing sessions for support and one-on-one interactions with instructors.

Career Potential After This Course

After completing this program, you will be equipped to take on analytical and strategic roles across industries, from corporate finance teams to investment banks, PE/VC firms, and consulting practices.

Career Roles You Can Pursue

• Financial Analyst & FP&A Analyst – Build 3-statement models, conduct budget vs actual analysis, forecast cash flows, and create executive dashboards.
• Corporate Finance Analyst – Manage working capital, evaluate capital budgeting decisions, and guide company financial strategy.
• Investment Banking Analyst – Build pitch books, create transaction comparables, develop DCF and LBO models, and prepare CIMs.
• Valuation Analyst – Value companies for M&A, fundraising, IPOs, and management buyouts using multiple methodologies.
• Credit Analyst – Assess borrower financials, prepare credit reports, conduct credit scoring, and evaluate loan applications.
• Equity Research Analyst – Conduct deep company analysis, forecast revenues, and write research reports with investment recommendations.
• Portfolio Management Analyst – Construct diversified portfolios, analyze risk-return profiles, and optimize asset allocation.
• M&A Analyst / Deal Advisory Associate – Support mergers and acquisitions with financial modeling, due diligence, and deal structuring.
• Business Intelligence Analyst – Build dashboards and reports that translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• Freelance Financial Consultant – Offer remote modeling, valuation, and advisory services to businesses worldwide.
   

Career Growth Opportunities

• Finance professionals with modeling and valuation skills consistently command significantly higher compensation compared to traditional accounting roles.
• Investment banking, private equity, and consulting remain among the most lucrative career paths in finance, with rapid advancement opportunities for skilled professionals.
• The demand for financial modeling expertise continues to outpace supply, creating exceptional opportunities for those who master these skills.
• Corporate finance roles offer stable, rewarding careers with clear progression paths from analyst to manager to director and beyond.
• Freelancing and remote consulting opportunities are expanding rapidly, allowing skilled professionals to build location-independent careers serving global clients.
   

Where You Can Work

• Leading investment banks and financial institutions
• Private equity and venture capital firms
• Corporate finance departments in large companies and MNCs
• Top-tier consulting firms and boutique advisory practices
• Credit rating agencies and banking institutions
• Real estate developers and infrastructure finance companies
• Fintech companies and high-growth startups
• Freelance platforms serving clients across India, US, UK, Singapore, and Middle East

By mastering both core finance principles and advanced modeling/valuation tools, you position yourself at the forefront of one of the highest-growth career paths in the business world.

What Kind of Recruitment and Placement Support Will I Get?

• Employer Recognition: Many leading employers and companies actively seek our high-performing students for finance and analytics roles.
• Career Opportunities: Success in our courses can lead to job placements, internships, and assessment opportunities in investment banks, consulting firms, PE/VC firms, and corporate finance teams.
• Empowering Learners: We focus on empowering learners with not just knowledge and skills, but also real-world job opportunities.
• Dedicated Support Team: Our dedicated team assists you with placements, internships, and freelance opportunities throughout your learning journey.
• Proven Success: Between April 2020 and March 2025, we've helped over 53,006 students secure jobs, internships, and remote freelance opportunities.
• Media Recognition: Our achievements have been featured in respected media outlets like The Hindu, Business World, and India Education Diary.
• Impressive Value: Between April 2020 and March 2025, our students have secured over USD 5.2 million worth of work in jobs and internships, with the highest earning record of USD 44k domestically and USD 97K internationally.
• Comprehensive Support: From day one, our placement team guides you in setting goals, crafting standout CVs, enhancing interview skills, and supporting your critical first month on the job or during an internship.
• Trusted Recruiters: We've built strong collaborations with recruiters who prefer hiring our well-trained students with proven financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Competitive Edge: Partnering with us gives you an edge in the job market and opens doors to exciting corporate finance and investment banking career prospects.

Can I Get Remote Freelance Work After Doing This Course?

Yes. In fact, one of the major goals of this program is to help you start earning remotely by applying your corporate finance and investment banking skills to real projects for clients worldwide.
At SkillArbitrage, we see two kinds of learners: those who already have finance backgrounds, and those who are building their skills from scratch. This course is designed to help both groups become highly competent financial analysts capable of delivering professional work remotely.
For learners who complete this program, we guide you in offering high-demand freelance services such as:

• Financial analysis reports and ratio interpretation for businesses and investors
• Building 3-statement financial models for startups and SMEs
• Business valuations for fundraising, M&A, and strategic planning
• Credit analysis and lending recommendation reports
• Pitch deck creation for startup fundraising
• Market sizing studies for investment presentations
• Equity research reports for funds and investors
• Power BI dashboards and financial reporting

Our focus is practical: we help you land your first three clients. You will learn how to craft professional proposals on platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, showcase your financial models and valuations with real examples, and manage client communication with confidence.
Once you complete a few freelance projects, you will have both the experience and credibility to secure clients independently and command higher rates.
You will also build a strong freelance-ready portfolio, complete with sample models, valuation reports, and pitch decks that set you apart from typical accountants and data entry professionals.
Between April 2021 and March 2025, SkillArbitrage helped create over 27,500 freelance opportunities, generating over USD 1.2 million in verified project value. Many of our learners now earn consistently through remote freelance work, serving clients across India, the US, UK, and Middle East.
This course is not just about learning corporate finance and investment banking; it's about turning those skills into income, whether through freelancing, remote corporate jobs, or building your own consulting practice.

How Will You Clear My Doubts and Help Me If I Am Struggling to Understand or Learn a Concept?

• In our live classes, you can ask questions and have your doubts cleared in real-time with instructors and peers.
• If you need more help after getting feedback on an assignment or want career advice, you can schedule a private one-on-one call. Our evaluators and mentors are here to assist you and give you advice that's tailored to your needs.
• Our dedicated support team is available to help you understand complex financial concepts, Excel formulas, modeling techniques, or valuation methodologies—ensuring you never feel stuck.

Money-Back Guarantee

If you take this course, follow it diligently for a month, attend all classes, and do all the exercises but still do not find value in it, or are not able to understand or follow it, or do not find it good for any reason, we will refund the entire course fee to you. It is a 100% money-back guarantee with only one condition: you must pursue it properly for a month. If you don't find it valuable after that, get your entire money back.

What Makes This Course Unique?

Joint Certification by IIT Roorkee and SkillArbitrage:
Get certified by one of India's premier technical institutions (IIT Roorkee) along with the country's leading skill development platform—a combination that adds immense credibility to your profile.

Complete Corporate Finance-to-Investment Banking Progression:
Unlike courses that only teach accounting or only teach valuation, this program covers the complete spectrum - from financial statement analysis to advanced business valuation, modeling, and deal-making.

Hands-On Financial Modeling Mastery:
Every concept is immediately applied through practical exercises. You'll build 5+ financial models, 3+ valuation reports, and create real deliverables that form your professional portfolio.

Multiple Career Pathways:
Whether you're targeting corporate finance, investment banking, equity research, credit analysis, or freelancing, this course provides specialized modules and clear roadmaps for each career path.

Designed for the Indian Market with Global Relevance:
Learn using local financial contexts and market examples and gain skills that are valued by employers and clients worldwide.

Career-Centered Approach:
Most finance courses stop at education. This program goes further, to help you build job-ready portfolios, prepare for technical interviews, and even land your first freelance clients as you progress through the course.