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Financial analyst training with a guaranteed UK work placement

Develop the financial modelling, data analysis and valuation skills the finance industry actually hires for. Backed by a placement working on live financial data.

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Programme overview

The Financial Analyst Programme equips you with the modelling, forecasting, risk and decision support skills needed to break into financial analysis. The training covers corporate finance, financial forecasting, risk management and data driven decisions, with hands on practice in Excel, Power BI, Bloomberg and financial modelling software. a guaranteed 12 week work placement puts you inside a real finance function, working with live financial data, reports and valuation models. Suitable for graduates, career changers and finance professionals upskilling into analyst roles.

Duration

28 weeks total

Credential

Certificate of completion

Training

16 weeks self study, tutor supported

Placement

12 week placement, guaranteed

What You Will Gain

The outcomes built into the programme

Comprehensive financial analysis training in modelling, forecasting and valuation

Real world work experience — a guaranteed 12 week placement in a financial analyst role

Certificate of completion to boost your CV

Hands on practice with Excel, Power BI, Bloomberg and financial modelling software

Career support and mentorship from experienced financial analysts

Programme Features

What is included

12 week work placement

Hands on experience in a real financial analysis environment, working on live financial data and projects.

Flexible learning

Study at your own pace with online tutor led sessions.

Certificate of completion

A financial analysis qualification that enhances your job prospects.

Expert mentorship and career support

Guidance from experienced finance professionals who help with CV writing and interviews.

Who Is This Programme For?

Designed for these learners

Aspiring Financial Analysts entering banking, investment or financial planning
Graduates in finance, economics, business, accounting or mathematics
Career changers moving from other industries into finance roles
Current finance and accounting professionals upskilling into analytical roles
Entrepreneurs and business owners improving financial modelling and forecasting
Freelancers and consultants sharpening reporting skills for clients

Requirements

What you need to take part

Basic numerical and analytical skills — a strong foundation in maths and problem solving is beneficial
No prior financial experience required — suitable for beginners and professionals
Basic computer literacy and confidence with spreadsheets
Access to a laptop or desktop computer
Commitment to complete the 28 week training and placement programme

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Syllabus

Module by module breakdown

The training phase covers these modules in sequence. Each module includes self study material, applied exercises and course tutor support.

Weeks 1-3

Accounting and finance fundamentals

Read and interpret income statement, balance sheet and cash flow.

Weeks 4-6

Advanced Excel for finance

Power Query, dynamic arrays, lookup mastery, dashboards.

Weeks 7-9

Financial modelling from scratch

Three statement model with forecasting drivers and sensitivity testing.

Weeks 10-12

Valuation techniques

DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, enterprise value bridges.

Weeks 13-14

Reporting and business partnering

Power BI dashboards, narrative reporting for non finance audiences.

Weeks 15-16

Capstone case study

Live company case producing a board ready analyst pack from raw data.

Fees and funding

Be clear about what is and is not included

Speak to an advisor for current programme fees. Bloomberg terminal access is provided during the placement where available; not included for personal use.

Tuition can be paid in full or in monthly instalments. Speak to an advisor for the exact figure for your chosen start date.

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Programme FAQ

Honest answers about this programme

Do I need a finance degree?

No. The first three weeks cover accounting and finance fundamentals. Maths confidence helps.

Will I learn Excel or just theory?

Excel is the backbone of the programme. You build dashboards, models and valuations end to end, not just read about them.

Is the placement always in London?

Most UK partner finance functions are in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol and Leeds. We match to your geographic preference where possible. Remote placements are also available.

What does a UK Financial Analyst earn?

Junior analyst salaries typically start £25,000 to £35,000 in regional UK, £35,000 to £45,000 in London. Experienced FP&A and corporate finance analysts earn £50,000 to £75,000 plus.