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Valuation Master Class Boot Camp
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for finance.
Prove it with 4 equity research reports.
Financial valuation course for beginners: Go from student to analyst in 12 weeks.
Starts January 4, 2027
Employers don't pay for what you've learned, they pay for proof that you can deliver.
You may understand the theory. But when it is time to read an annual report, value a real company, and explain your recommendation, you still feel unsure.
Meanwhile, opportunities go to candidates who have built the proof of skills. Another semester passes, and you still do not have the portfolio that proves what you can do.
What our graduates say…
I will help you move from a student with finance knowledge to a job-ready candidate with proof you can handle real-world finance work.
When you graduate, you will have:
A practical valuation process you can apply to any company and defend in any interview.
Four equity research reports that prove your skills to employers.
The confidence to speak, write, and present with professionalism expected in finance.
What our graduates say…
MEET YOUR GUIDE
I know how frustrating it can be to study finance and still wonder whether you are ready for the real world.
I have spent 30+ years in valuation, was twice voted Thailand’s #1 analyst, and have trained 3,000+ finance professionals from 50+ countries.
I built this Boot Camp to give you the real-world practice, pressure, and feedback I wish I had when I started.
Dr. Andrew Stotz, CFA
CEO, A. Stotz Investment Research and A. Stotz Academy
What our graduates say…
Three steps. Four reports. Twelve weeks.
One undeniable transformation.
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Join my Boot Camp and commit to structured lessons, expert mentorship, and real deadlines.
2
Survive 200+ hours of pressure-tested valuation work on real companies
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Graduate with 4 equity research reports that prove you are ready for finance
What our graduates say…
This Boot Camp is tough. Only 60% finish the full 12 weeks.
If you’re willing to do the work, my team and I will guide you every step of the way until your reports reach a professional analyst standard.
Ready to prove you are job-ready for finance?
Not ready yet? Download my free book, "9 Valuation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them", and start sharpening your valuation judgment.
Graduates Hired By
Your Instructor
Dr. Andrew Stotz, CFA
- Former #1-ranked equity analyst in Thailand
- CFA charterholder · Past President, CFA Society Thailand
- 30+ years equity research experience across sell-side and buy-side
- Founder, A. Stotz Investment Research — covers global equities
- Host of the My Worst Investment Ever podcast
"The analysts I hired weren't the ones with the best grades. They were the ones who could walk into a room with a specific view on a company and defend it under pressure. The view had to be researched, modelled, and written. Most candidates could do one of the three. Very few could do all three. This program teaches all three — and graduates leave with four reports that prove they can."
The 12-Week Valuation Bootcamp Curriculum
A structured progression from financial statement fundamentals to producing four institutional-quality equity research reports.
Foundation
Weeks 1–2
Financial statement fluency. Read 10-Ks like an analyst. Identify quality of earnings and accounting red flags.
Financial Modeling
Weeks 3–5
Build three-statement models from scratch — the foundation of any serious financial modeling course. Forecast revenue, margins, capex, and working capital with explicit, defensible assumptions.
Valuation Methods
Weeks 6–8
DCF valuation with WACC and terminal value, comparable company analysis, and other stock valuation methods. Triangulate fair value the way the best online valuation courses teach it.
Equity Research Reports
Weeks 9–11 · 4 reports produced
Write four full equity research reports on real listed companies. Investment thesis, model, valuation, price target, risks.
Defense & Capstone
Week 12 · Live presentation
Present your reports to Dr. Stotz and the cohort. Defend your thesis under pressure — the same skill required in every analyst interview, where you're often asked to walk through a DCF model live.
Weighing your options? See how the bootcamp fits a finance career change, or compare Valuation Master Class to other finance courses like Wall Street Prep, CFI, and the CFA.
Where This Takes You
Starter graduates typically land entry-level analyst roles within 3–9 months of completion. Salary ranges reflect current industry benchmarks.
Role 1
Research Associate
$60K–$90K
Sell-side equity research desks at investment banks and brokerages. Direct entry path for finance graduates with a research portfolio.
Role 2
Junior Equity Analyst
$70K–$110K
Buy-side roles at asset managers, hedge funds, and family offices. Higher comp ceiling but more competitive entry.
Role 3
Investment Banking Analyst
$85K–$160K
Transaction execution at bulge-bracket and middle-market banks. Highest entry comp; demanding hours.
* As per US standards
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Apply Now →Not a beginner? Choose your path:
- • Switcher Program — for career changers from another field
- • Finance Career Accelerator — for experienced finance professionals
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Valuation Master Class Testimonials
Valuation Master Class Boot Camp provides a structured, step-by-step process to become a skilled financial analyst through lectures, assignments, and real-world applications.
The Valuation Master Class Boot Camp will transform you from someone lacking confidence in finance to an analyst with tools and skills.
The Boot Camp was really a challenge of a lifetime. I had to unlearn what I knew, relearn new things, and keep learning! It was even valuable for someone like me, who comes from a finance background.
Still thinking about it? You’re already behind. While others waited, I built real-world valuation skills, wrote a report from scratch, and gained a global network. The difference is night and day.
You will not find the lessons taught in the Valuation Master Class Boot Camp in any textbooks because it comes from decades of Dr. Stotz’s and his partners’ experience.
From the Valuation Master Class Boot Camp, I gained practical valuation skills, built a strong network, and accelerated my career in finance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Starter program for?
The Starter program is built for finance students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals who want to land their first analyst role. No prior valuation or financial modeling experience is required — the curriculum starts from financial statement fundamentals and progresses to producing four full equity research reports over 12 weeks.
How long is the program and what's the time commitment?
12 weeks. Expect to commit 10–15 hours per week for video lessons, financial modeling exercises, and writing your equity research reports. Students who complete the full program typically build all four reports during the cohort.
What do I get when I enrol?
Access to all video lessons, exercises, and downloadable Excel templates including the Global Stock Trader (5,000+ companies). Direct mentorship from Dr. Andrew Stotz during the cohort. Four completed equity research reports on real listed companies by graduation. Certificate of completion upon passing the capstone presentation.
Do I need a finance degree to enrol?
No. The Starter program is designed for entrants regardless of academic background. Engineers, accountants, and graduates from non-finance fields complete the program regularly. What matters is the willingness to do the modeling work and write the reports — the methodology is learnable.
How is this different from CFA Level 1 or other financial modeling courses?
CFA Level 1 tests theoretical knowledge across a broad curriculum but doesn't require you to produce written equity research. Financial modeling courses teach model construction without the full thesis and writing layer. The Starter program is built around producing four institutional-quality equity research reports — the deliverable hiring managers ask to see in interviews. Compare Valuation Master Class to Other Financial Courses in detail: Compare Valuation Master Class .
What's the best financial modeling course for breaking into finance?
The most effective financial modeling course for entry-level finance roles is one that requires you to produce real research, not just learn modeling mechanics. Hiring managers consistently report that they want to see written analysis on real companies — that's what differentiates candidates. The VMC Starter program is built around exactly this: four equity research reports as your portfolio output View Top Online Valuation Courses in 2026 or View Top Financial Modeling Courses in 2026