Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM)

Overview

Financial modeling plays an integral part in business decision-making, with modelers informing key transactions and critical business decisions. This exam is the only accreditation that validates mastery of this skill.

The Advanced Financial Modeler (AFM) is the first of three certification levels offered by the FMI. The AFM exam tests a candidate’s technical modeling ability through building an integrated three-statement model over the course of four hours. Participants who pass the exam will achieve the Advanced Financial Modeler credential.

Contact us form

Outcome

Build an interactive financial model of the company, including inter-related: Statement of Profit or Loss (Income Statement), Statement of Cash Flows (Cash Flow Statement), Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet)

Design a modern model structure based on pre-determined model outputs & requirements

Build a clear revenue schedule to forecast company sales

Recall the techniques for model auditing tax and deferred tax treatment, depreciation calculations, integrity & error checking, and more

Details

Developed by: FMI - Financial Modeling Institute

Standard Total Hours: 48 Hrs
Language: English - Bilingual "English & Arabic"
Modalities: 
Register Now

Outline

  • Certification Overview
  • What Is Financial Modeling?
  • What is a Financial Model Used For?
  • What do you need to be competent at to be a financial modeler?
  • Best-Practice Principles & Model Planning & Architecting
  • Tips for creating a seamless Financial Model

  • Logical Functions
  • Lookup and Reference Functions
  • Working with Text and Dates
  • Macros in Financial Modelling

  • Main Section in every model

  • Building Up the Engine
  • Scenarios
  • Revenue Schedule

  • All Different types of Costs
  • Repeat, Build and Link approach

Read More

Who Should Attend

  • A F M program is open to anyone who has an interest in or currently works in business analysis
  • business planning
  • and financial modeling. From entry levels to seasoned industry professionals.

Why Beacon

Quality

Beacon FinTrain prioritizes excellence in every service, ensuring top-notch, reliable, and consistent outcomes that meet and exceed client expectations.

Specialization

We focus on finance, offering expert knowledge and bespoke solutions that cater to the unique needs of finance professionals in the Middle East and Africa.

Punctuality

Time is money. We respect deadlines, delivering precise and timely results to help our clients stay ahead in the fast-paced financial world.

Guidance

Beacon FinTrain is a guiding light in finance, providing insightful advice and support to navigate the complexities of financial markets and regulations.

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards, fostering trust and transparency in all our dealings to build lasting relationships with clients.

Flexibility

Adapting to the dynamic finance sector, we offer versatile services and solutions that align with the evolving needs of our clients.