By the end of this course, learners will be able to analyze Tesla’s sales performance, interpret annual reports, project revenues and costs, forecast capital expenditures, and link all major financial statements into a cohesive model. They will also calculate free cash flows, apply WACC for valuations, determine Tesla’s terminal value and target share price, and conduct ratio analysis to evaluate overall performance.
Financial Modeling of Tesla: Analyze & Value
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8 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Build integrated financial models linking statements in Excel.
Forecast Tesla’s revenues, costs, CapEx, and free cash flows.
Apply WACC, terminal value, and ratio analysis for valuation.
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October 2025
Assessments
12 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module introduces the foundation of Tesla’s financial model by examining sales performance, analyzing historical data, and exploring the company’s official reports. Learners will understand the role of consolidated financial statements, calculate historical growth rates, project revenue, and forecast key expenses. Emphasis is placed on structuring inputs, assumptions, and working capital to establish a reliable base for the model.
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This module deepens the forecasting process by addressing capital expenditure planning, depreciation schedules, equity adjustments, and provisions for income taxes. Learners will connect income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, building a comprehensive model that accurately reflects Tesla’s financial position. Special focus is placed on linking financial statements to ensure balance and integrity across the model.
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13 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on advanced valuation techniques and final model integration. Learners will calculate free cash flows, apply WACC as a discount rate, and estimate Tesla’s terminal value and share price. The module also emphasizes sensitivity analysis for testing assumptions and ratio analysis for assessing financial performance. By the end, learners will complete a fully functional valuation model for Tesla Inc.
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13 videos4 assignments
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