BIWS Premium: Excel, VBA, Financial Modeling & PowerPoint Mastery by Break Into Wall Street

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Are you ready to master Excel, VBA, financial modeling, and PowerPoint to break into investment banking? BIWS Premium by Break Into Wall Street is your ultimate course bundle designed to fast-track your career, secure top promotions, and earn lucrative bonuses in investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds.

What Is Break Into Wall Street – BIWS Premium (Excel & VBA + Financial Modeling Mastery + PowerPoint Pro)?

Break Into Wall Street (BIWS) Premium is a specialized online course designed for individuals looking to enter or excel in finance sectors such as investment banking, private equity, and financial analysis. This comprehensive package combines training in Excel & VBA, Financial Modeling Mastery, and PowerPoint Pro.

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What You’ll Get In BIWS Premium (Excel & VBA + Financial Modeling Mastery + PowerPoint Pro)?

Module 1: Modeling Overview and Core Concepts

In this introductory module, you’ll learn what “financial modeling” means, how you use it in real life, and the core concepts required to understand the rest of this course, including the time value of money, Present Value and Net Present Value, the Discount Rate, and the Internal Rate of Return (IRR).

Module 2: Accounting Concepts, the Financial Statements, and Interview Questions

We’ll explore accounting from a business perspective, and we’ll drill down using examples of our online business to teach you how and why the financial statements work the way they do. You’ll also learn how to answer common interview questions, including both single-step and multi-step scenarios, and how more advanced items, such as Operating Leases, Net Operating Losses, and Deferred Taxes, work.

Module 3: More Advanced Accounting

You’ll learn about the Book Value, Face Value, and Market Value of Debt here, as well as Issuance Fees and Original Issue Discount (OID); other topics include Equity Investments and Noncontrolling Interests, the tax treatment of Stock-Based Compensation, Unrealized Gains and Losses, FIFO vs. LIFO for Inventory, and Pension Accounting for defined-benefit pension plans.

Module 4: Projecting the 3 Statements (Toro and Atlassian)

In this module, you’ll complete 60-minute and 2-hour case studies based on 3-statement projection models for Toro, a landscape maintenance equipment company, and Atlassian, a subscription-based enterprise software company, and you’ll make investment recommendations based on the output of both exercises.

Module 5: More Advanced 3-Statement Projections (EasyJet)

In this module, you’ll complete a 3-hour 3-statement modeling test for EasyJet, a low-cost carrier based in the U.K., with routes all over Europe. You will then use the output of this model to advise the company on its proper mix of Debt and Equity. Finally, you will build revenue and expense projections based on drivers such as ASKs, Load Factors, and Passenger Yields, and you’ll add a Debt & Equity Schedule to the model to support the company’s financing needs.

Module 6: Equity Value, Enterprise Value, and Multiples (Target, Vivendi, and Zendesk)

In this module, you’ll learn how to calculate Equity Value, Enterprise Value, and Valuation Multiples for companies that follow U.S. GAAP and IFRS, as well as the core concepts everything – including how items like Equity Investments, Noncontrolling Interests, Pensions, Leases, and Net Operating Losses factor into the calculations.

Module 7: 3-Hour Valuation and DCF Case Study from Blank Sheet (Steel Dynamics)

In this module, you’ll complete a 3-hour valuation and DCF case study based on Steel Dynamics, a leading steel manufacturing company in the U.S., and you’ll learn how to project Free Cash Flow, calculate the Discount Rate, estimate Terminal Value, and use Public Comps and Precedent Transactions. A bonus lesson includes a similar analysis for Xiwang Special Steel in China.

Module 8: 1-Week, Open-Ended Valuation and DCF Case Study (Jazz Pharmaceuticals)

In this module, you’ll complete a 1-week “take home” valuation and DCF case study based on Jazz Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company that develops orphan drugs in the neuroscience, oncology, and epilepsy markets. You’ll project revenue for its existing and pipeline drugs, add stub periods and the mid-year convention to the DCF, and complete Public Comps and Precedent Transactions using corporate filings.

Module 9: Valuation Interpretation, Real-Life Usage, and Supplemental Methodologies

In this module, you’ll learn how to apply and interpret a valuation in real life by creating a short stock pitch (for hedge fund and asset management roles), equity research report, and investment banking pitch book for Jazz Pharmaceuticals based on the valuation and DCF analysis from the previous module. You’ll also learn about supplemental valuation methodologies, such as the Levered DCF, the Dividend Discount Model (DDM), the Future Share Price Analysis, the Liquidation Valuation, NOL Valuation, and variations of Sum of the Parts (SOTP) Analysis.

Module 10: M&A Concepts and Full Merger Model (Builders FirstSource and BMC Stock Holdings)

In this case study, you’ll analyze Builders FirstSource’s $2.5 billion acquisition of BMC Stock Holdings and complete both 60-minute and 3-hour versions of the model. You’ll also learn about fundamental M&A concepts in the first few lessons, such as deal types, payment methods, public vs. private company assumptions, and Equity Value and Enterprise Value in M&A. The last few lessons of the more advanced case study cover M&A valuation, contribution analysis, and value creation analysis.

Module 11: More Advanced Merger Models (Multiple Case Studies)

You’ll complete a more advanced version of the Builders FirstSource / BMC model here, including quarterly projections and stock vs. asset vs. 338(h)(10) treatment, and you’ll complete additional case studies on SunPower’s spinoff of Maxeon and a Sum-of-the-Parts valuation for the deal and Fortum’s acquisition of a majority stake in Uniper (including variable close dates and stub-period financial statements). Each case study includes a presentation or questions and answers at the end.

Module 12: Leveraged Buyouts and LBO Models (Multiple Case Studies)

You’ll complete multiple case studies in this module, ranging from a simple LBO model to a paper LBO model to 60-minute, 90-minute, and 3-hour modeling tests based on a variety of companies and deals (including a private company in Germany, Bain’s leveraged buyout of nursing-home operator NichiiGakkan in Japan, and Apollo’s buyout of the Great Canadian Gaming Corporation). You’ll learn how to build models quickly and efficiently, answer case study questions, and complete modeling tests starting from scratch and starting from templates.

Module 13: More Advanced LBO Models (Viridor and Cars.com)

You will build a more advanced LBO model based on KKR’s buyout of Viridor (divestiture from Pennon Group) in the U.K., with features such as stub periods, a dividend recap, and management earn-outs; you’ll also make investment recommendations to both the equity investors and the lenders. The second case study is an open-ended “take-home” one based on Cars.com, in which you complete industry research, build your own model, and make an investment recommendation at the end.

Module 14: Private Company, Venture Capital, and SaaS Modeling and Valuation (Multiple Case Studies)

You’ll complete two main case studies in this module: one for a “small business” startup, including granular revenue and expense projections, and the second for a pre-IPO startup that is comparing its exit options (M&A vs. IPO vs. SPAC). You’ll get a crash course on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) modeling, private company valuation, and capitalization tables, flow of funds analysis, and venture capital modeling. An optional/bonus lesson at the end covers a reverse merger between Kakao and Daum in South Korea.

Module 15: Equity vs. Debt vs. Convertible Bond Analysis from a Blank Sheet (Netflix) (1-Week Case Study)

In this case study, you’ll advise Netflix on the best way to finance its upcoming $4 billion in debt maturities via debt vs. equity vs. convertible bond options. You’ll also learn the fundamentals of bond analysis, including the Yield to Maturity (YTM), duration, convexity, and other key metrics, and you’ll value the company’s potential convertible bond and estimate its blended cost and potential dilution under different structures.

Comprehensive Course Bundle for Financial Success

BIWS Premium combines our most sought-after courses into one comprehensive package:

• Excel & VBA Mastery
• Financial Modeling Mastery
• PowerPoint Proficiency

This all-in-one bundle provides the essential skills you need to excel in competitive finance roles, making Excel, financial modeling, and PowerPoint second nature.

Master Excel and VBA for Financial Excellence

Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced user, BIWS Premium will transform you into an Excel and VBA expert. Learn:

• Key Excel shortcuts, formulas, and formatting techniques
• Automate repetitive tasks with VBA code and macros
• Save hours of spreadsheet work and enhance productivity

Advanced Financial Modeling and Valuation Skills

Gain in-depth knowledge of financial modeling and valuation that goes beyond academic theories. Learn how to:

• Analyze and value real companies like Walmart, Netflix, and EasyJet
• Create robust DCF and LBO models
• Prepare for real-world financial challenges in investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds

Become a PowerPoint Pro for Impressive Presentations

Enhance your PowerPoint skills to create compelling financial presentations. Learn to:

• Utilize key shortcuts and alignment tricks
• Structure pitch books and finance presentations effectively
• Incorporate Excel charts and diagrams seamlessly

Interactive Learning with Practical Exercises

BIWS Premium offers a hands-on learning experience through:

• Video-based training covering Excel, accounting, valuation, and PowerPoint
• Practice Excel exercises, quizzes, and case study prompts
• Real-world case studies from global companies to apply your skills

Track Your Progress and Prepare for Interviews

Stay organized and monitor your learning journey with:

• Lesson checklists to track completed modules
• Study guides for focused review sessions
• Preparation tools to ace your investment banking interviews

Proven Success with Thousands of Satisfied Students

Join over 48,569 students from 114 countries who have successfully used BIWS Premium to:

• Master financial modeling and Excel skills
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• Secure high-paying jobs and advance their careers

Why Choose BIWS Premium?

BIWS Premium offers unparalleled benefits:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Master Excel, VBA, financial modeling, and PowerPoint in one bundle
• Real-World Applications: Learn through case studies based on actual companies and deals
• Expert Instruction: Courses created by experienced investment bankers
• Flexible Learning: Video-based training that fits your schedule

Who Is It For?

• Aspiring Finance Professionals: Ideal for those seeking entry into competitive finance roles such as investment banking, private equity, or financial consulting.
• Current Finance Practitioners: Professionals looking to enhance their technical skills and stay updated with industry best practices.
• Students and Graduates: Individuals aiming to build a strong foundation in financial modeling and presentation skills to improve their employability.

Conclusion:

Don’t leave your career to chance. Equip yourself with the advanced Excel, VBA, financial modeling, and PowerPoint skills that top employers demand. With BIWS Premium, you’ll stand out in investment banking, private equity, and hedge fund interviews, ensuring you land the best jobs and advance swiftly in your career.