Learners will analyze historical financial data, evaluate key ratios, forecast revenue and cost drivers, and construct fully integrated financial statements using Starbucks as a real-world case study. By completing this course, learners will develop the ability to interpret financial performance, build forward-looking assumptions, and implement a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) valuation to estimate enterprise value.

Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast

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What you'll learn
Analyze financial data, ratios, and key business drivers.
Build integrated statements and forecast performance.
Implement DCF valuation using real company case studies.
Skills you'll gain
- Depreciation
- Trend Analysis
- Revenue Forecasting
- Cash Flow Forecasting
- Income Statement
- Working Capital
- Financial Forecasting
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Balance Sheet
- Business Metrics
- Financial Statements
- Operating Expense
- Business Valuation
- Financial Analysis
- Cash Flows
- Financial Modeling
- Strategic Decision-Making
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September 2025
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module lays the groundwork for Starbucks’ financial modeling by focusing on historical data, ratio analysis, revenue drivers, cost structures, and forecasting fundamentals. Learners will analyze past performance, evaluate profitability using financial ratios, identify key revenue and cost drivers, and forecast working capital and depreciation. By mastering these skills, they will be able to create accurate financial assumptions that form the backbone of advanced modeling.
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11 videos5 assignments
This module focuses on integrating the three financial statements and performing valuation. Learners will build income statements, equity schedules, and cash flow statements before linking them to a balanced financial model. Finally, they will implement a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) valuation to estimate Starbucks’ enterprise value. This module emphasizes the ability to interpret, connect, and value financial data for strategic decision-making.
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11 videos5 assignments
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Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
The lessons were clear, the pacing was perfect, and the practical tasks helped me internalize the concepts. A great investment in my education.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Highly effective learning ,The instructor was patient and thorough, and the materials were excellent.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
The curriculum was simple to understand even for someone with zero background. Concepts were broken down perfectly — I never felt overwhelmed.






