Private Equity & Project Finance

Private Equity & Project Finance Course Overview

This advanced module offers a deep dive into the worlds of private equity and project finance, equipping participants with the knowledge to understand investment structures, financial modeling techniques, and project evaluation strategies. The course explores the full lifecycle of private equity deals and project finance transactions—from structuring and funding to risk assessment and financial close.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in building detailed financial models, applying Excel shortcuts, and using tools like VBA to automate tasks. Real-world case studies will reinforce key concepts and ensure learners are job-ready.

Key Topics Include:

•Overview of private equity funds, operations, and economics

•Fundamentals and phases of project finance

•Building full-scale project finance models in Excel

•Creating input sheets, funding structures, Capex, taxation, and financial statements

•Scenario analysis, dashboards, and financial appraisal

•Understanding debt structuring: DSRA, CFADS, LLCR, PLCR, IRR, and NPV

•Introduction to VBA/MACROs for model automation

•Technical analysis and live trading session

•Risk evaluation and investment decision-making

By the end of this module, students will be capable of analyzing and structuring complex investment opportunities, building robust financial models, and making informed financial decisions in both private equity and project finance contexts.