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Certificate for Module (Practical Financial Modelling for Leveraged, Acquisition and Syndicated Financing with AI Applications)
證書(單元 : 實用金融建模—人工智能在槓桿、收購及銀團貸款融資的應用)

Course Code
FN180A
Application Code
FN180A
Credit
6
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
To be advised
Duration
30 hours
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$13500
Enquiries
2867 8392
2861 0278
How to Apply

Highlights

This programme aims to provide students with essential knowledge and skills in financial modelling for leveraged, acquisition and syndicated financing transactions. It covers key aspects of three-statement financial modelling, merger and acquisition modelling techniques and data centre project finance. Case studies on AI applications in leveraged financial modelling will be examined.

Programme Details

Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of the programme, students should be able to

  1. analyse the three-statement financial modelling and the valuation of leveraged, acquisition and syndicated financing;
  2. critically assess syndicated loan structures and the translation of term sheets into financial modelling and valuation;
  3. apply scenario and sensitivity analysis in project finance modelling, merger and acquisition finance modelling; and
  4. use AI applications in financial modelling of leveraged, acquisition and syndicated loans to enhance efficiency.
Application Code FN180A -

Modules

Syllabus

1. Principles of Financial Modelling and Valuation

  • Overview of key financial statements in financial modelling and valuation
  • Importance of financial modelling in leveraged, acquisition, and syndicated financing
  • Essential Excel and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) skills for financial modelling

 

2. Building a Three-Statement Financial Models

  • Core elements of a three-statement financial model
  • Forecasting the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement
  • Construction of discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis models
  • Performing model integrity checks

 

3. Syndicated Loan Modelling

  • Role of syndicated loans in financing transactions
  • Structure and terms of syndicated loan
  • Translating term sheet into model assumptions
  • Developing financial model for syndicated financing

 

4. Project Finance Modelling

  • Distinctive features of project finance
  • Main components of project finance modelling
  • Step-by-step construction of a project finance model
  • Integrating environmental and social considerations into financial models
  • Financial modelling for data centre project finance   

 

5. Merger and Acquisition (M&A) Finance Modelling

  • Key considerations in M&A analysis
  • Contribution Analysis
  • Step-by-step construction of a M&A model

 

6. Scenario and Sensitivity Analysis

  • Different business drivers in scenario and sensitivity analyses
  • Scenario planning and what-if analysis
  • Common pitfalls and best practices

 

7. Case Studies in Leveraged, Acquisition and Syndicated Financing

  • Analysis of real-life leveraged, acquisition, and syndicated financing deals
  • Tips for creating reliable financial models
  • Discussion of challenges and best practices in financial modelling and valuation

 

8. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications in Financial Modelling

  • Fundamentals of AI, machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL) and natural language processing (NLP) in finance 
  • Introduction to artificial neural networks, sentiment analysis and text classification
  • Natural language processing for loan documentation review
  • Predictive modelling of financial data
  • Integrating AI models with Excel
  • Regulations, compliance and ethical considerations in AI
 

 

Award and Assessment

A " Certificate for Module (Practical Financial Modelling for Leveraged, Acquisition and Syndicated Financing with Artificial Intelligence Applications)" will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE to students who have satisfied the following criteria:

  • Achieve at least 70% attendance of the programme; and
  • Pass all the assessments

Type of Assessment

Description

Weighting

Continuous Assessment

One 3-hour individual in-class exercise: Students are required to complete the following tasks during lessons: 1) build basic financial modelling of project financing, 2) analyse distinctive features of syndicated financing, and 3) conduct scenario and what-if analysis. Students are expected to demonstrate critical thinking in the application of Excel and VBA for report production. (1000 words).

50%

Final Assessment

A 20-minute group project presentation (minimum 10 slides) (3-5 students per group): the presentation covers the three-statement financial modelling of leveraged, acquisition and syndicated financing using AI tools and challenges of using AI applications in financial modelling.

50%

Fee

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$13500

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall hold a bachelor’s degree awarded by a recognised institution. If the degree or equivalent qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency, such as:

  1. an overall band of 6.0 or above with no subtests lower than 5.5 in the IELTS; or
  2. a score of 550 or above in the paper-based TOEFL, or a score of 213 or above in the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 80 or above on the internet-based TOEFL; or
  3. HKALE Use of English at Grade E or above; or
  4. HKDSE Examination English Language at Level 3 or above; or
  5. equivalent qualifications.

Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

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Enrolment Method
Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment  for details.

Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.

  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment. 

  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.

Partner Details

The programme is offered in collaboration with the Asia Pacific Loan Market Association (APLMA).


About the APLMA

The Asia Pacific Loan Market Association (APLMA) represents the interests of institutions active in the Asia-Pacific syndicated loan markets. The Association’s primary objective is to promote growth, liquidity and best practice in these markets.

The APLMA serves its members by providing access to a suite of continuously updated standard documents, advocating for the sustainable development of the syndicated loan markets and providing a professional networking platform to promote knowledge sharing and capacity building across the region. The Association also represents the interests of the APAC loan market in global issues through regular engagement with loan market associations in Europe and the US.

The APLMA is a professional, not-for-profit trade association funded by its members. For further information, please visit the website: https://www.aplma.com.

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