By the end of this course, learners will be able to analyze peer groups, apply valuation multiples, calculate enterprise value adjustments, evaluate takeover premiums, and demonstrate comps knowledge in professional interviews. This comprehensive program equips learners with the ability to apply Comparable Company Analysis (comps), one of the most practical and widely used valuation methodologies in investment banking, equity research, and corporate finance.
Comparable Company Analysis: Apply, Evaluate & Excel
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What you'll learn
Apply comps to analyze peer groups and valuation multiples.
Calculate EV adjustments, LTM figures, and takeover premiums.
Build comps sheets and explain valuation in interviews.
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September 2025
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamental principles of Comparable Company Analysis, one of the most widely used relative valuation techniques in corporate finance. Learners will explore the rationale behind comps, understand where it fits within broader valuation methodologies, and learn how to define a comparable peer group and select appropriate multiples. The focus is on building a solid conceptual foundation to analyze and compare businesses effectively.
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8 videos3 assignments1 plugin
This module takes learners deeper into the mechanics of comps by focusing on data preparation, adjustments, and calculations. Students will learn how to adjust share counts for dilution, incorporate cash and cash equivalents, and interpret financial leverage. The module also covers the application of key valuation multiples, Last Twelve Months (LTM) adjustments, and the process of gathering and organizing consistent financial data to prepare a professional comps sheet.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on applying comparable company analysis in advanced scenarios and preparing for professional interviews. Learners will examine takeover premiums, special valuation cases such as REITs, and the role of comps in M&A transactions. The module also emphasizes career readiness by equipping learners with insights into how comps are tested in finance interviews and strategies for demonstrating analytical reasoning and valuation expertise.
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6 videos3 assignments
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