This Advanced Financial Modeling & Accounting Concepts course is designed for learners who want to understand how accounting is applied in investment banking, corporate finance, and financial modeling. It focuses on real-world scenarios such as mergers and acquisitions, financial statement analysis, and valuation techniques.

The course begins with financial statement consolidation and explains how companies combine financial data after mergers. It also covers deferred tax liabilities in M&A transactions and explains how taxes impact deal structures.

You will learn important accounting concepts such as inventory valuation methods (LIFO vs FIFO), net operating losses (NOLs), and how they affect financial statements. The course also explains key financial ratios including ROA, ROE, and ROIC, which are essential for evaluating company performance.

In addition, it covers operating leverage, non-recurring charges, and how gains and losses are treated as non-cash items. You will also learn about lease accounting, equity method accounting for minority stakes, and how U.S. tax reforms affect financial modeling.

By the end of this course, learners will understand advanced financial analysis techniques and how accounting concepts are applied in corporate valuation and investment decisions.