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Financial Modeling Certification (FMC®) Program
- 35 videos
- 8h10m
- 15-20h of total committment
Develop the characteristics needed to secure and prepare for entry-level positions in investment banking, private equity, and other competitive fields in finance.
Why the FMC® Program?
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With over 8,000 enrollments, our Financial Modeling Certification (FMC®) Program has helped undergraduate students, recent college grads, and seasoned professionals alike to master the technical skills needed for success in the financial sector today..
Our rigorous, but practical program allows enrollees to internalize key concepts to not only to pass, but to cement this expertise into their skill sets and carry them on the job.
What sets us apart is that we offer a self-taught solution paired with personalized feedback, allowing enrollees to go at their own pace while still receiving help along the way.
This program is designed to get enrolled applicants up to speed with the demands of today’s most coveted positions in the industry.
PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK
Get in-depth, extensive feedback on submitted financial models
SKILL SET MASTERY
Solve case studies that teach users the technical skills to build financial models from scratch
ACCESS FOR 2 YEARS
Access our online instructional videos for 2 years
ABSORB CORE CONCEPTS
Master keystroke proficiency and learn how to build three-statement, valuation, and LBO financial models
Course Highlights
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100% online
35 videos, 8 hours of instruction
15-20 hours of commitment to earn certifications
Access to videos for 2 years
Unlimited exams
No accounting or finance knowledge required
Testimonials
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“Adventis helped me demonstrate a mastery of technical concepts in interviews”
Christian
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
KBW
KBW
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“The certification enabled me to feel extremely comfortable with Microsoft Excel, allowing me to hit the ground running during my full time role”
Brian
Investment Analyst,
Prudential Private Capital
Prudential Private Capital
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“Taking part in the Adventis FMC® Program was by far the most impactful decision I made during my undergraduate career.”
Ervin
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Baird
Baird
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“Not only did the Adventis FMC® Program help to get me my internship, but it allowed me to excel while on the job.”
Jake
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs
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“Adventis helped me out big time on navigating technical interview questions.”
Riley
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
PWC
PWC
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“Adventis teaches you the fundamentals that you need to know to be successful and competent when you’re talking with industry professionals.”
Michael
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Piper Sandler
Piper Sandler
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“I attribute much of my success in landing my full time offer to the preparation that stemmed from my Adventis certification.”
Tim
Portfolio Management Analyst,
Truist
Truist
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“Interviewers loved how the FMC® Program shows you are able to come on the desk and have an understanding of financial modeling.”
Grayson
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
UBS
UBS
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“With Adventis I already had the technical preparation down, which enabled me to focus on the behavioral side of things.”
Logan
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
D.A. Davidson
D.A. Davidson
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“Adventis helped me truly understand key concepts instead of just memorizing them.”
Tom
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Jefferies
Jefferies
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“Not only did the Adventis FMC® Program help to get me my internship, but it allowed me to excel while on the job.”
Jake
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs
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“My certification allowed me to show a high level of interest in investment banking and my financial acumen at the same time.”
Jay
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Stifel
Stifel
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“Adventis gives you everything that you need to succeed in an iterview from a technical perspective .”
Eric
Investment Banking Summer Analyst,
Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank
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“Adventis enables you to stand out amongst very qualified applicants.”
Hernan
Investment Banking Summer Analyst, Citigroup
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“Adventis was a major talking point in almost every one of my interviews.”
Lauren
Investment Banking Summer Analyst, Citigroup
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Ready to Enroll?
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- 35 videos, 8 hours of instruction
- Access to videos for 2 years
- No accounting or finance required
Why is Financial Modeling Important?
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A three statement financial model is a critical decision-making tool for companies, from clients at a bank to their own entrepreneurial adventures. Early career professionals with this life-long skill are at a significant advantage when looking for entry-level positions and performing work on the job.
Understanding how to build a quality financial model empowers you to:
- Understand the impact of a company’s strategic and financial decisions
- Predict P&L statements if you raise prices, make hiring decisions, invest in certain areas, and beyond
Learning financial modeling also provides a foundational understanding of the following topics:
- Accounting
- Corporate finance
- Intrinsic and relative valuation
- Leveraged buyout transactions
How the FMC® Program Works
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The FMC® Program teaches users how to build best-of-class, three-statement, fully circular financial models entirely from scratch.
2-3 hours
Introduction & Set-Up
Enrollees are introduced to the FMC® Program, get their macros set up, and learn the basics around keystroke efficiency
3-5 hours
Three-Statement Modeling
Enrollees learn how to build up the three financial statements from scratch and link them together
10-15 hours
Earn FMC® Level I Exam
Practice building the three-statement financial model until you can take the exam. Take the FMC® Level I exam when you’re ready. If you don’t pass the first time, don’t worry. Enrollment provides you with unlimited exams.
4-5 hours
Valuation and LBO Modeling
Enrollees learn how to build analysis and supporting schedules around valuation and LBO analyses
1-2 hours
Earn FMC® Level II Exam
Review the principles you’ve learned from the valuation and LBO modules and take the FMC® Level II exam when you’re ready.
FMC® Program Certification Levels
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The FMC® Program consists of two levels of certification. Each level requires enrollees to pass a rigorous and thorough set of requirements that demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and an understanding of key concepts.
FMC® Level I Certification
FMC® Level II Certification
Requirements
- Enrollment in the FMC® Program
- FMC® Level I Certification
Skills & Concepts
- Basic financial modeling skill
- Basic financial modeling skill
- Accounting and corporate finance concepts
- Valuation
- Leveraged buyout transactions
Overview of Exams
- Financial modeling exam (90 minutes)
- Multiple-choice exam (90%)
- Multiple-choice exam (90%)
FMC® Level I Certification
Requirements
- Enrollment in the FMC® Program
Skills & Concepts
- Valuation
- Leveraged buyout transactions
Overview of Exams
- Financial modeling exam (90 minutes)
- Multiple-choice exam (90%)
FMC® Level I Certification
Requirements
- FMC® Level I Certification
Skills & Concepts
- Valuation
- Leveraged buyout transactions
Overview of Exams
- Multiple-choice exam (90%)
Learning Objectives
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When it comes to learning financial modeling, we believe that there is no substitute for repetition. That is why this certification requires enrollees to practice their financial modeling skills extensively and internalize key concepts.
Excel Formatting Techniques and Keystroke Efficiency
- Build the skills that enable you to efficiently move through the rest of the program
- Learn to use the mouse less and the keyboard more
- Learn key formatting techniques that will make your financial models easy to follow
Three Statement Model
- Build a 3-statement, fully circular, and properly formatted financial model of an airline company from scratch
- Build supporting schedules for working capital, PP&E, dividends, share repurchases, debt, and interest expense
- Learn how investment banking, corporate FP&A, equity research, and other analyst positions use assumptions-driven financial models to support management in making informed decisions and communicating to stakeholders
Public Comparables Analysis
- Perform a public comparables analysis in the airline space to see where the airline company trades relative to its peers and determine where it should be trading
- Develop an understanding of how to choose the right comp set for the airline by looking at factors like size, expected growth, and margins
- Calculate and discuss commonly used multiples such as EV/EBITDA, EV/Sales, and P/E
Precedent Comparables Analysis
- Perform a precedent comparables analysis for the airline space to see where previous airlines have been bought
- Discuss how an investment bank would use precedent transactions to determine the appropriate sell price for this airline
- Develop the knowledge necessary to compare recently sold companies using multiples like EV/EBITDA and EV/Sales in order to extrapolate how the market would value a similar company today
Discounted Cash Flow Analysis
- Perform a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis to determine the intrinsic value of the airline
- Determine the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) for the airline company
- Learn the practicality behind EBIT, unlevered free cash flows, projection periods and terminal values in finding a valuation range for a business
Valuation “Football Field”
- Build a comparison of public comparables, precedent comparables, and the discounted cash flow analysis to triangulate a value for the airline company
- Learn how an equity research analyst determines whether to issue a buy, hold, or sell opinion
- Learn how an investment bank determines the value range of a company
Leveraged Buyout Analysis
- Learn the fundamental analysis used by private equity firms
- Build a leveraged buyout (LBO) analysis from scratch and learn about capital structures, modeling pro-forma financials and calculating return and credit metrics
Self-Paced Practice & Certification Exams
- FMC® Program Enrollees are able to take unlimited exams for no additional cost
- Exams are typically offered weekly and only one round of exams are allowed per week
- Exam results and full feedback are often delivered within a few days
- After videos are completed, it’s recommended you put in 5-10 hours of practice before attempting the exams
Learn About our On-Campus Boot Camps
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- Same lesson plan and exercises as our online FMC® Program
- Typically 9 am to 6 pm on a Saturday or Sunday
- Typical class size of 10-20
How the FMC® Program Looks On a Resume
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There are three ways enrollees can depict their involvement in the FMC® Program on their resume, depending on their certification levels.
Resume Description
Optional Sub-Bullets
Enrolled in Adventis’ Financial Modeling Certification (FMC®) Program
- Includes the Financial Modeling Course, Valuation Module, and Leveraged Buyout Module
FMC® Level I Certification from Adventis
- Built a three-statement, fully circular and properly formatted financial model from scratch in under 90 minutes
- Scored at least 90% on a multiple-choice exam covering key concepts in financial modeling, accounting, and corporate financ
FMC® Level II Certification from Adventis
- Scored at least 90% on a multiple-choice exam covering key concepts in financial modeling, accounting, and corporate financ
- Scored at least 90% on two multiple choice exams covering key concepts in financial modeling, accounting, corporate finance, intrinsic and relative valuation, and leveraged buyout transactions
Relevant Career Paths
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The FMC® Program is advantageous for undergrads or professionals looking to win entry-level positions and current early career financial analysts looking to develop their financial acumen, attention to detail, and practical financial modeling skills. Due to the wide use of financial modeling, the FMC® Program is relevant for a number of fields, including:
Investment Banking
Private Equity
Capital Markets
Valuation Advisory
Commercial Banking
Asset Management
Real Estate
Private Credit
Who Is The FMC® Program For?
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Undergrads
The FMC® Program is ideal for first- and second-year undergraduate students who want to differentiate themselves while networking with finance professionals and interviewing for internships. Third- and fourth-year students can also benefit from mastering the skill sets and core concepts from the FMC® Program.
Professionals
The FMC® Program can help professionals looking to advance their careers and gain critical knowledge of financial modeling. Our program helps finance professionals stand out in their industry and make a meaningful contribution in their role and gives professionals a competitive advantage for lateral moves.
Universities
Undergraduate universities can leverage Adventis to help their students regardless of grade or background. First- and second-year students can use the program to differentiate themselves while recruiting for internships. Juniors and seniors use Adventis as part of their toolkit for future financial careers. Help set your students apart by helping them prep for interviews and win entry-level finance positions.
Companies & Organizations
Companies can leverage the FMC® Program for their interns and full-time employees to build essential financial modeling skills that will help them contribute to their roles. Companies and mentorship organizations can use the FMC® Program to help aspiring finance professionals reach their full potential.
FAQ
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The FMC® Program consists of approximately 8 hours of asynchronous videos and course materials in the Adventis portal. These are available for two years after enrollment. The videos are designed for candidates to learn financial modeling from scratch and enable enrollees to complete the FMC® Program at their own pace. Enrollees also get free access to our online exams and can take as many exams as they’d like in order to earn our certifications.
By earning our certifications, enrollees develop the skills required to efficiently build properly formatted three-statement financial models from scratch and be proficient in valuation and leveraged buyout concepts. Because getting certified requires candidates to practice building out our financial models from scratch many times, those seeking certification are forced to learn by doing, which greatly enhances retention as well as a technical understanding of financial and accounting principals.
Many enrollees take our program to prepare for internship and full-time interviews for investment banking, private equity, and other competitive fields in finance. Our certification process is highly aligned with their technical interview prep, as it helps them to internalize, rather than memorize, key concepts that are asked in interviews. The certification also provides them with strong talking points, as the certification process enables them to tell stories that demonstrate their financial acumen, work ethic, attention to detail, and resilience.
Additionally, our certifications give enrollees a strong skill set that greatly enhances their on-the-job performance in class projects, case study competitions, internships, and full-time positions.
The FMC® Program is meant for individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. Participants with a liberal arts background that have little to no accounting or finance experience can get a lot out of the FMC® Program. We take participants through each step of building out financial models so they will learn finance and accounting concepts as they progress through the program and without having to do any extra research on their own. Alternatively, if participants have a strong finance and accounting background, they can also get a lot out of the FMC® Program, as we teach them how to build best-of-class financial models quickly and efficiently.
The FMC® Program is most valuable for roles in investment banking, private equity, equity research, and related industries. However, it is also valuable for corporate finance, corporate development, transaction services, valuation services, and a slew of other industries. And it’s also valuable for general roles in business that typically requires work to be done in Microsoft Excel, but doesn’t require financial modeling work, such as accounting, consulting, and treasury.
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- 35 videos, 8 hours of instruction
- Access to videos for 2 years
- No accounting or finance required
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