Introduction to Investment Banking and Recap on Financial Statements

This course offers an overview of modern investment banking, covering its structure, key roles, and core financial concepts like financial statements and ratios essential for aspiring investment bankers.

Frank Vein
Published: Oct 2025
Core
Finance
9 hours
Introduction to Investment Banking and Recap on Financial Statements

Course Overview

The world of Investment Banking has changed over the years and many of those outside Investment Banking are unaware of how investment banks of today are structured. This course will provide a comprehensive introduction in today’s Investment Bank and the myriad of opportunities available for those wishing to enter the exciting world of investment banking.  The base knowledge required as Investment banker is a thorough understanding of corporate Financial Statements and the essential financial ratios which flow from them. 

Skills You Will Gain

Investment Banking
Corporate Client Coverage
Mergers & Acquisitions
Hostile Takeovers
Leveraged Buy Outs

Course Includes

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This course includes:

  • On-demand videos
  • Practice assessments
  • Multiple hands-on learning activities
  • Exposure to a real-world project
  • 100% self-paced learning opportunities
  • Certification of completion

Learning Outcomes (At the end of this program, you will be able to...)

  • Fully appreciate how Investment Banks are structured and what may be the best way to enter it as a career based on your interest and expertise 
  • Look at the best ways to Investment Banking as a career. 
  • Be able to analyze financials statements based on profitability and cashflow. Understand the meaning of the key financial ratios and which variables impact the ratios 

Prerequisites

This course requires basic computer skills, numeracy, and a foundational understanding of accounting principles.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for current bankers transitioning into investment banking, newcomers seeking to build relevant skills, and professionals aiming to shift their careers into the investment banking industry.

Curriculum

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