Investment Banking Course In Indore
Tools & Platforms Covered
MS Excel PowerPoint SEC Database AI Tools Power BI PythonWhat skills will you develop in this course ?

Sandeep Agrawal
ex Acuity & Evalueserve IBD
B Com, CFA Charterholder
Jai Malhotra
MS Excel Trainer, ex NTT Data, SBI Cards, Deloitte
B Com, LLB
Shraddha
American Express FP&A
Chartered Accountant
Shahzor Maka
Ex Tristone
BTech, MBA
3.5 Months . 19 modules . 125+ hours
- Using AI and ChatGPT in MS Excel New
- Keyboard Accelerators and Shortcuts
- Create and Customize the Excel List
- Data entry with Auto Fill Feature
- Working with Advance Cut, Copy, Paste Command
- Use of Find and Replace
- Using Paste Special
- Sorting and Filtering
- Advance Formatting
- Mathematical Functions
- Text Functions
- Statistical Functions
- Date & Time Functions
- Array Functions
- Database and Logical Functions
- Reference and Lookup Functions
- Financial Function
- What if Analysis (Goal Seek, Scenarios, Data Table)
- Pivot Table and Pivot Chart Reports
- Dashboard Creation and Visualization
- VBA Macro Basics
- Most used chart creation including Bar, Stacked, Line, Pie, Waterfall, Football Field etc
- PPT training for writing, formatting and alignment
- Best practices and shortcuts for pitch creation, overview slides, chart pasting
- Introduction to Financial Statements
- Understanding Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow and Key Line Items
- Reading, Skipping and Skimming Annual Report
- Understanding Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A)
- Ratio Analysis and Interpretation
- DuPont Analysis
- Types of Capital
- Basic Model – Case Study
- Modeling for 3 Financial Statements
- Revenue and Cost Modeling
- Building Supporting Schedule including Depreciation, Working Capital, Debt, Equity, Asset Schedules etc
- Building Scenarios (Base, Best, Worst Cases)
- Maintaining, Updating and Model Adjustments for Corporate Actions (CACS)
- Keeping the Model Dynamic
- Revenue Model Discussion for Various Industries
- Cost of Equity Modeling
- Cost of Debt Modeling
- WACC Calculation Best Practices
- Time Value of Money Basics
- Cash Flow Modeling (FCFF / FCFE) and Terminal Value Calculation
- Approaches to DCF Valuation
- Football Field Analysis and Discussion
- Introduction to Comparable Companies Analysis
- Select the Universe of Comparable Companies
- Locate the Necessary Financial Information
- Spread Key Statistics, Ratios, and Trading Multiples
- Determine Valuation using Comparable Companies
- Adjustment / Normalization of EBIT, EBITDA and Net Income
- Adjustments of Options, Warrants, RSUs and Convertibles for Dilution
- Concept of Calendarisation and Last Twelve Months
- CACS Discussions
- Interpreting Output Sheet
- Introduction to Precedent Transactions Analysis
- Select the Universe of Comparable Acquisitions
- Locate the Necessary Deal-Related and Financial Information
- Spread Key Statistics, Ratios, and Transaction Multiples
- Benchmark the Comparable Acquisitions
- Determine Valuation using Comparable Acquisitions
- Normalization of EBIT, EBITDA and Net Income
- Control Premium Calculation
- Difference between Trading & Transaction Comps
- Interpreting Output
- Introduction to Project Finance
- Sources and Uses of Funds
- IRR, Modified IRR, NPV, Profitability Index and Discounted Payback Period
- Project Finance – Case Study
- Real Estate Overview
- Understanding NOI, Cap rate, CoCR, Debt Amortization, among others
- Real Estate Modeling – Case Study
- Use of Financial Models in Pitchbook
- Flow of M&A / Restructuring Transaction
- Creation of Deep-dive Company Profile
- Discussion on live case
- Sector Models – i.e., Retail, Auto, E-Commerce, FMCG, among others
- Statistics Models/li>
- Interest rates and Economics
- Tricky concepts – Levered / Unlevered (Beta, Cash Flow, IRR), TSM, Shares Out vs Weighted Avg Shares
- Doubts and Reference Materials
- Introduction to Industry Analysis
- Swot Analysis
- Competitive Benchmarking and Charts Creation
- Sector Index Creation
- Price Chart Creation and Rebasing
- Merger v/s Acquisitions
- Types of Mergers
- Motives behind M&A
- Synergies & Bootstrapping
- Accretion / Dilution Modeling
- Debt Capital Markets (DCM) Overview
- Types of Debt Raise
- Credit Analysis Matrix
- 5 Cs of Credit Analysis
- Debt Covenants
- Ability to pay analysis and Capitalization Table
- Discussion on live case
- ECM Overview, IPO & Global Markets
- Types of Investment Strategies (Active vs. Passive)
- Nifty Index, Asset Allocation & Mutual Funds
- Private Equity Overview
- Private Equity – Understanding & Modeling KPIs
- Introduction to LBO use cases
- LBO Overview and Terminologies
- Past Transactions
- Discussion on live LBO case
- Introduction to Power BI
- Power BI – Desktop Installation
- Power BI Fundmentals
- Dashboard Creation and Visualization – Case Study
- Introduction to Python & Installation
- Python Fundamentals
- Assignments
- Do’s and Don’ts of Interviews Process
- CV Edits and LinkedIn Profile Building
Certificate in Investment Banking & Research - Course Fee
Minimum Requirements
Education
Graduation degree or 1st year student
Tech
Laptop with MS Excel 2019+ or Office 365
Pre-Knowledge
Commerce, finance, economics background preferred but not mandatory
Career Outcomes
Where CFI Education Graduates Work
Financial Analyst
Research, financial statement analysis, ratio analysis, and prepare company profile, reports, earning notes
IB Analyst / Associate
Ratio analysis, research, build models, valuations, and support deal execution for bulge bracket & boutique banks
Private Equity Analyst
Benchmarking, sector analysis, build models, valuations, and support on the PE firm in day-to-day work
Equity Research Analyst
Research work, benchmarking, DCF models, company profile, equity report writing, and earning notes
Credit Analyst
Annual filings analysis, ratio analysis,benchmarking, covenant analysis, credit memo preparation
Real Estate Analyst
Commercial and residential real estate models, IRR, NPV based models, cap rate, DSCR, debt amortization, waterfall analysis
Top Hiring Companies for this Program
Success Stories of Successful Students
90%
Placement Rate
5-10 Lacs
Avg. Salary
60 Days
Avg. Days of Placement
Financial Modeling & Valuation Program - Certification
The CIBRA® course is a specialized professional program designed to build practical skills in financial modeling, company valuation, MS Excel, forecasting, investment banking, equity analysis, credit analysis, financial statement analysis, industry research, and investment banking fundamentals. It prepares candidates for real-world roles in finance.
The CIBRA® course is ideal for:
- Graduates and postgraduates interested in finance careers
- Finance professionals seeking advanced modeling skills
- CA / CFA / ACCA candidates enhancing practical competency
- Aspiring investment bankers, equity research analysts, and financial analysts.
You will gain hands-on skills in:
- Advanced MS Excel (including AI/ChatGPT tools)
- Financial statement analysis
- Building 3-statement financial models
- Valuation methods (DCF, comparables, transactions)
- Project Finance Modeling
- Real Estate Modeling
- Pitch and Profile
- Sector Models, Statistics and Economics Basics
- Scenario planning and revenue modelling
- Capstone project and modeling tools used in real finance roles
- Industry and sector analysis
- Equity Capital Markets and Investments
- Debt capital markets, credit analysis and appraisal
- Cash flow and debt service modeling
- M&A Accretion Dilution Modeling
- LBO and Private Equity Modeling
- Power BI Dashboard and Python basics
The program includes:
- Live classroom or online sessions
- Practical assignments and case studies
- Soft skills and interview preparation
- Placement support after course completion
The duration for live course is 3-3.5 months and self paced depends on the candidate daily commitment towards the program.
No prior professional experience is required. The course is structured to take learners from fundamentals to job-ready credit and risk analysis skills, making it suitable for beginners and career switchers.
On successful completion of training, projects, and evaluations, candidates receive certificate in Financial Modeling & Valuation Professional (FMVP®) and Certified Investment Banking Research Analyst (CIBRA®) certificate from Corporate Finance Institute (CFI Education).
After completing CIBRA, you can target roles such as:
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banking Analyst
- Equity Research Analyst
- FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Specialist
- Corporate Finance Associate
Business and Strategy Analyst These skills are in demand in corporate finance, consulting, banking, and investment firms.
Yes — CIBRA® includes 100% placement support for candidates who complete the program, assignments, and interview preparation. The placement team assists with CV building, mock interviews, and access to job opportunities.
Yes — placement assistance is performance-linked. A placement fee of 5% of your annual fixed CTC is charged only if you are successfully placed through CFI Education and accept the job offer. There is no upfront placement cost.
Yes — placement support for CIBRA® is PAN India. Candidates from different cities and regions can access opportunities through CFI Education’s recruitment network, subject to role availability and candidate suitability.
According to the official course details:
- Classroom / Live Online: ~₹50,000
- Self-Paced Learning: ~₹30,000
These prices include training, project work, study materials, case studies, and placement support)
Absolutely. The CIBRA® curriculum includes real-world cases
Yes — depending on the chosen mode:
- Live sessions: Live classes, class recordings and study materials, placement assistance
- Self-Paced: Class recordings and study materials, placement assistance
Yes — the focus on practical skills, real modeling exercises, valuation techniques, and placement support makes it suitable for professionals from non-finance backgrounds seeking to break into finance roles.
To register for the CIBRA® course:
- Visit the official CFI Education website and open the CIBRA course page. https://cfieducation.in/investment-banking-program/
- Review the course details, syllabus, fees, and mode of delivery (classroom or online).
- Click “Enroll Now” or “Buy Now” (depending on your selected mode).
- Complete the registration form with your name, contact details, and academic/professional background.
- Choose your payment method and pay the course fee online.
- Once payment is confirmed, you’ll be contacted and receive a confirmation email with access details, class schedule, and further onboarding instructions.
- Alternatively, you can also connect with the institute’s admissions counsellors via phone or email and they will share payment cum registration link. Visit www.cfieducation.in for counsellors via phone or email
You may also contact the admissions team for personalized guidance before enrolling.
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Utkarsh Mishra
I’m glad to share that I have successfully completed the Financial Modelling and Valuation Professional certification from Corporate Finance Institute under the guidance of Sandeep Agrawal, CFA, AFM. Through this course, I strengthened my skills in financial modelling, valuation, and analysis while gaining practical insights into how these tools support strategic decision-making. It has been an enriching experience that enhanced both my technical expertise and business acumen. I look forward to applying these learnings in future opportunities and contributing effectively to finance and strategy-driven roles.
Yash Sahu
I am pleased to announce the successful completion of the Certified Investment Banking and Research Analyst (CIBRA®) certification from the Corporate Finance Institute (CFI). This intensive program has enhanced my proficiency in investment banking fundamentals, advanced financial modeling, valuation techniques including DCF and comparable company analysis, equity research, sector and market analysis, and comprehensive financial due diligence. Additionally, I have gained expertise in preparing detailed research reports and supporting transaction execution processes. I would like to thanks my mentors, Sandeep Agrawal, CFA, AFM and Corporate Finance Institute team for their guidance and support at every step. I am actively seeking opportunities as an Investment Banking Analyst, Research Analyst, Financial Analyst, or Corporate Finance Associate, where I can apply these skills to contribute to thorough financial analysis, strategic decision-making, and value creation for organizations.
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