Investment Evaluation Skills That Actually Matter
Stop guessing about where to put your money. Learn how to analyse investments the way professionals do—with structured frameworks, practical tools, and real-world context that makes sense.
Start Your JourneyWe Skip the Theory Fluff
Most investment courses drown you in academic concepts that sound impressive but don't help when you're staring at real opportunities.
Our approach is different. We teach evaluation methods that work in the messy reality of actual markets. You'll learn to spot red flags, understand financial statements without an accounting degree, and ask the questions that separate solid investments from expensive mistakes.
Every concept connects directly to decisions you'll make. No filling time with outdated case studies or theoretical models that only work in textbooks. Just practical skills you can use immediately.
How the Program Works
Three focused modules that build on each other. Each one tackles a specific part of investment evaluation, giving you time to practice before moving forward.
Financial Statement Analysis
Learn to read balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports without getting lost in accounting jargon. We focus on the numbers that actually matter for investment decisions and teach you to spot manipulation tactics companies use to look better than they are.
Valuation Methods and Risk Assessment
Move beyond "it looks cheap" thinking. You'll master multiple valuation approaches—from discounted cash flow to comparative analysis—and understand when each method works best. Plus, learn to identify and measure different types of investment risk that most beginners miss completely.
Market Context and Decision Making
Good investments in the wrong market conditions still lose money. This module connects your analysis skills to broader economic factors, sector trends, and timing considerations. You'll develop frameworks for making decisions even when information is incomplete or contradictory.
Learn From People Who've Done It
Our instructors have spent years analysing investments across different markets and asset classes. They've made mistakes, learned from them, and now teach you to avoid the same traps.
Fergus Drummond
Former equity analyst with 14 years evaluating ASX-listed companies across mining and tech sectors
Siobhan Larkin
Risk assessment specialist who's evaluated over 200 property and infrastructure investments
Callum Brandt
Portfolio manager focusing on small-cap valuation and market timing strategies
Henrik Tollefsen
Financial modelling expert who teaches practical spreadsheet analysis techniques
Next Program Starts September 2025
We're accepting applications now for the autumn intake. Classes run over 12 weeks with a mix of live sessions and self-paced work.
This isn't a quick weekend course. Building solid evaluation skills takes time and practice. But you'll start seeing improvements in how you think about investments within the first few weeks.
Spaces are limited because we keep cohorts small enough for meaningful interaction. If you're serious about improving your investment decision-making, get in touch soon.
Duration
12 weeks, starting September 15, 2025. Two live sessions per week plus independent project work.
Time Commitment
Plan for 8-10 hours weekly. Live sessions are scheduled for evenings to accommodate working professionals.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of business and finance concepts. You don't need an economics degree, but you should know what profit and loss means.