An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Investment Analyst Certificate: Financial Investigation & Forensic Analysis
Master the Skills to Evaluate Investments Critically and Uncover Deeper Financial Insights
INTRODUCTION
Today’s complex investment environment demands more than conventional analysis—it requires the ability to think critically, question assumptions, and dig beneath the surface. The Investment Analyst Training Course equips professionals with a unique blend of financial acumen and investigative skills essential for high-level investment decision-making and due diligence.
The course bridges foundational investment analysis with advanced techniques in financial investigation and forensic evaluation. Participants will explore how to assess company disclosures, challenge forecasts, evaluate non-financial risks, and uncover hidden insights behind business performance. Using real-world case studies, they will practice identifying red flags, validating financial assumptions, and drawing conclusions with clarity and confidence.
Ideal for analysts, corporate finance professionals, and due diligence consultants, this Investment Analyst Course enhances the ability to evaluate opportunities with depth, skepticism, and precision—qualities that distinguish top-performing investment professionals in today’s market.
This EuroMaTech training course will cover:
- Financial analysis through an investigative lens
- Red flags in disclosures and financial statements
- Business model evaluation and risk assessment
- ESG, governance, and non-financial indicators in investment decisions
- Tools and frameworks for forensic investment analysis
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Investment Analyst Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Apply forensic thinking to investment research and company analysis
- Identify inconsistencies in financial statements and reports
- Evaluate business models for sustainability and credibility
- Challenge growth assumptions and test financial projections
- Analyze both quantitative and qualitative drivers of performance
- Interpret non-financial indicators, including ESG and governance factors
- Strengthen investment recommendations through structured validation
- Assess risk exposure using investigative frameworks
- Communicate findings clearly and credibly to stakeholders
- Support strategic decisions with deeper analytical insight
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This Financial Investigation & Forensic Analysis Training course is ideal for professionals involved in investment analysis, financial evaluation, or due diligence. It is especially relevant for:
- Junior to Mid-Level Investment Analysts
- Equity Researchers and Asset Managers
- Corporate Finance Professionals
- Risk and Compliance Professionals
- Consultants Conducting Financial or Investment Due Diligence
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
This interactive EuroMaTech training course integrates expert-led instruction with hands-on exercises and real case discussions. Participants will engage in:
- Interactive financial analysis
- Scenario-based exercises
- Investigative review of real company filings
- Structured group analysis and feedback sessions
- Short daily challenges to reinforce key skills
TRAINING SUMMARY
The Investment Analyst Certificate: Financial Investigation & Forensic Analysis Course offers professionals a competitive edge by strengthening analytical rigor and investigative judgment. Participants will return to their roles with enhanced capabilities to assess investments, mitigate risk, and communicate findings with authority.
Whether working on equity research, portfolio decisions, or internal due diligence, delegates will be equipped to go beyond surface-level analysis, challenge narratives, and identify meaningful performance signals. This course cultivates critical thinking and forensic insight—cornerstones of effective investment evaluation in a high-stakes financial world.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Investigative Thinking in Investment Analysis
- What is Investigative Thinking and Why It Matters in Finance
- Core Principles of Financial Inquiry and Critical Reasoning
- Understanding Biases in Investment Analysis
- Types of Financial Information and What They Reveal
- Workshop: Diagnosing Surface vs. Substance in a Company Profile
Day 2: Deconstructing Business Models
- How to Break Down a Company’s Operating and Revenue Model
- Identifying Key Performance Drivers and Cost Structures
- Interpreting Industry Positioning and Competitive Advantages
- Evaluating Strategic Assumptions
- Exercise: Reverse-Engineering a Listed Company’s Model
Day 3: Financial Statement Integrity & Cross-Checking
- How to Assess Consistency Across Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow
- Analytical Tools for Cross-Verification
- Identifying Unusual Patterns or Red Flags (Not Fraud-Specific)
- Normalising One-Offs and Distortions
- Case Activity: Reviewing a Company's Published Accounts for Coherence
Day 4: Challenging Forecasts & Investment Narratives
- Scrutinising Forecasts, Models and IR Presentations
- Stress-Testing Assumptions Under Different Scenarios
- Understanding Market Context and Macro Signals
- Valuation vs. Validation: What Multiples Don’t Tell You
- Mini Case: Comparing Two Competing Investment Proposals
Day 5: Holistic Investment Assessment
- Incorporating ESG, Governance, and Leadership Quality in Analysis
- Synthesising Qualitative and Quantitative Indicators
- Constructing and Presenting an Evidence-Based Investment View
- Group Presentation: Investment Pitch Assessment with Peer Feedback
- Building Your Personal Analyst Checklist for Future Evaluations
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
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- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems Training
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Training
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems Training
These courses help organizations adopt internationally recognized standards and improve their overall performance.
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EuroMaTech stands out as a leader in training and professional development due to:
- 30+ years of experience delivering high-impact training courses across industries.
- Accreditations from leading institutions, ensuring top-tier course quality and recognition.
- A portfolio of thousands of training courses, serving professionals at every level.
- A focus on innovation and future-ready learning models, including blended and digital training.
- Long-term partnerships with organizations globally, ensuring sustained success through talent development.
EuroMaTech has successfully delivered thousands of training courses, with thousands of professionals from over 50 countries attending annually.
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- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
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