Build Financial Models That Actually Work
Most people think Excel formulas are boring. And sure, they can be. But when you're staring at a business decision that could cost thousands, those spreadsheets become pretty interesting. Our program doesn't promise you'll love spreadsheets by the end—but you'll know how to make them tell the truth about money.
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How We Approach Teaching This Stuff
Look, financial modeling isn't rocket science. But it's also not something you pick up from watching YouTube videos at 2am. We've spent years figuring out what actually sticks when people try to learn this.
- Start with scenarios you'll recognize—like figuring out if a business expansion makes sense when you're not sure about next year's sales
- Build models piece by piece so you understand why each part matters (not just copying templates)
- Work through the awkward moments when your projections don't match reality and figure out what went wrong
- Learn to spot the assumptions that can wreck your entire model if they're off by even 10%
- Get comfortable explaining your numbers to people who'll challenge every assumption
The Malaysian market has its quirks—currency fluctuations, different tax structures, seasonal patterns that don't match Western textbooks. We address those specifically.
What Happens During the Program
This runs for 14 weeks starting September 2025. It's not fast, because getting good at this takes time. Here's roughly how it unfolds.
Foundation Building
First few weeks are about getting everyone on the same page. We cover the fundamentals—not because they're exciting, but because everything else depends on them. You'll build simple models that actually balance.
Working With Complexity
Now we add layers. Multiple revenue streams, variable costs, debt schedules. This is where most people realize their first models were too optimistic. Good—that's the point of this phase.
Scenario Analysis
What happens if sales drop 20%? What if your supplier raises prices? You'll learn to stress-test models and identify which variables really matter. Some surprises here for most people.
Capstone Project
Final weeks are for your own project—a model based on a real business situation you care about. Previous participants have built models for restaurant expansions, manufacturing startups, and property investments.
Who You'll Learn From
These four handle different parts of the program. They all do financial modeling professionally—this teaching thing is something they do because, well, someone has to explain this properly.
Viktor Chen
Lead Instructor
Spent 12 years building models for manufacturing companies. Knows where assumptions usually break.
Priya Shankar
Scenario Planning
Handles the stress-testing modules. Former risk analyst who's seen plenty of models fail in real conditions.
Marcus Leong
Technical Methods
Covers advanced Excel techniques. Gets annoyed when people use models they don't fully understand.
Helena Krishnan
Practical Application
Works with participants on their capstone projects. Good at spotting flawed assumptions before they cause problems.