By the end of this course, learners will be able to define leveraged buyouts (LBOs), analyze real-world case studies, evaluate capital and transaction structures, calculate free cash flows, construct fixed asset and debt schedules, and measure investment returns using IRR analysis.
This comprehensive course blends fundamental theory with hands-on financial modeling, ensuring that learners not only understand the mechanics of LBOs but can also apply them to practical deal-making scenarios. Through structured lessons and real case studies such as Hilton Hotels, Gibson Greeting Cards, and Tata Steel–Corus, participants will explore how LBOs are financed, executed, and optimized for returns.
Unlike generic finance courses, this program uniquely combines step-by-step Excel modeling with real-world examples, allowing learners to practice building valuation sheets, transaction assumptions, and financing structures from scratch. Whether you are a finance student, aspiring investment banker, or private equity professional, this course equips you with market-relevant skills to evaluate deals, minimize risks, and maximize investor value.
Enroll today to gain a competitive edge in corporate finance and private equity deal-making.
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs), illustrating their mechanics, significance, and applications through real-world case studies. Students will explore the key characteristics of LBO candidates, analyze landmark global and Indian transactions, and build a solid understanding of how LBOs are structured and valued. By connecting theory with practice, this module equips learners with the essential knowledge required to grasp the foundation of LBO strategies in corporate finance.
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12 videos4 assignments
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12 videos•Total 64 minutes
Introduction to Leverage Buyout LBO•5 minutes
Who Qualifies for LBO•8 minutes
Example of Hilton Hotels•5 minutes
Example of Gibson Greeting Cards•8 minutes
Example of Free Scale Semiconductor•5 minutes
Example of Indian Company•1 minute
LBO Structure•5 minutes
Financing LBO•8 minutes
Advantages and Disadvantages•5 minutes
Working on Valuation•3 minutes
How to Finance the Deal•4 minutes
General Information•5 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Graded-Foundations and Real-World Insights•30 minutes
Introduction to LBOs•10 minutes
Case Studies in Action•10 minutes
Building the LBO Foundation•10 minutes
Financial Modeling and Deal Mechanics
Module 2•3 hours to complete
Module details
This module guides learners through the practical aspects of financial modeling in Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs). From projecting cash flows and analyzing capital structures to building transaction assumptions, fixed asset schedules, and debt repayment plans, this module provides a hands-on approach to LBO mechanics. By mastering free cash flow calculations, financing structures, and internal rate of return (IRR) analysis, learners will gain the technical skills needed to evaluate, structure, and optimize complex buyout deals.
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14 videos4 assignments
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14 videos•Total 105 minutes
Cash Flow from LBO•4 minutes
Cash Flow from LBO Continues•5 minutes
Result of LBO•9 minutes
Capital Structure and COEC•10 minutes
Transaction Details•8 minutes
Financing Structure•5 minutes
Operation Assumptions•8 minutes
Fixed Asset Schedule•8 minutes
Find Out Free Cash Flow•9 minutes
Debt Schedule•9 minutes
Working on Operation Assumptions Continues•8 minutes
Working on IRR Sheet•12 minutes
Working on IRR Sheet Continues•4 minutes
Transaction Multiple X•6 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Graded-Financial Modeling and Deal Mechanics•30 minutes
Cash Flow and Results•10 minutes
Capital and Transaction Dynamics•10 minutes
Advanced Financial Modeling•10 minutes
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Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
I found the IRR analysis section very useful. I can now measure investment returns and evaluate whether a deal is profitable.
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This course helped me clearly understand what leveraged buyouts are and how they work in real life. The explanations were easy to follow even for a finance student.
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Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
The course explained free cash flow calculation in a very simple way. This helped me understand how returns are generated in LBO deals.
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