Finance Mathematics: The basics of Financial Analysis

If you want to understand how money grows, how investments are evaluated, or how to make smarter financial decisions - this course is perfect for you. In today's world, financial literacy is more important than ever - and the ability to apply mathematical thinking to money is a game-changer. This course will equip you with practical, hands-on skills in financial mathematics using real-world case studies and Excel-based templates - no advanced math or finance background required.

In this course, you will learn everything you need to know about how to apply core financial math concepts like the Time Value of Money (TVM), Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), annuities, and perpetuities to everyday financial and business scenarios. Whether you're evaluating a loan, saving for retirement, or planning a business investment - this course gives you the tools to do it with confidence. What's covered in this course.

Understand and apply the Time Value of Money - the foundation of all financial decisionsCalculate simple and compound interest, present and future valuesUse Excel formulas and templates to solve real-world financial problemsEvaluate investment opportunities using NPV and IRRAnalyze loan payments, EMIs, and savings plans using annuity formulasDistinguish between nominal and real interest rates, and understand inflation's impactExplore perpetuities, retirement planning, and investment returnsWork through hands-on case studies to apply your skills to realistic financial decisionsYou'll also get:Downloadable Excel templates to use in your own financial planningCase studies based on personal finance and business investment scenariosA strong foundation for further studies in finance, investing, or business analyticsWhat makes us qualified to teach you. The course is taught by Ananya, a retail strategy professional with over 7 years of experience in project management and business analytics. She holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, and brings a practical, engaging teaching style that makes complex financial ideas simple and applicable.

Our PromiseTeaching our students is our job and we are committed to it. If you have any questions about the course content, Excel exercises, or business examples, you can post in the course Q & A or reach out directly - we're here to support your learning journey. Don't miss this opportunity to master the building blocks of finance with real-world applications and Excel-based tools.