Chartered Valuer and Appraiser Programme – Capstone (Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
This course is the Capstone Module of the Chartered Valuer and Appraiser (CVA) programme. The CVA programme is the first professional business valuation certification programme in Asia benchmarked against international standards set by the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC). It provides a structured and formalised pathway aimed at raising the ethics and professionalism among professionals who are involved in various transactions, equity and investments, financial reporting and litigation and arbitration, etc. who may need to conduct business valuation as part of their job function.
The CVA Programme consists of 5 modules (M1 to M4 and a Capstone) and offers 2 learning pathways to suit the needs of different learners. Leaners can choose either the structured classroom mode or the self-study mode (online self-paced learning)
What You'll Learn
This module focuses on Applied Valuation whereby participants will learn concepts such as valuation of entities, different stages of a company, specific assets and industries as well as emerging markets and the impact of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors on valuation.
Topics include:
1. Structure of entities and businesses
(eg cross holdings, complex group structure, conglomerate)
2. Valuation of companies in different stages of life cycle (early-stage, high-growth, mature, distressed companies)
3. Valuation of specific industries (technology, media and telecom, biotechnology, healthcare, resources and renewables, financial services)
4. Valuation in emerging markets
5. Impact of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors on valuation
6. Black swan situations
7. Valuation reporting
Entry Requirements
- A degree or equivalent in any field from a recognised institution.
- Some basic knowledge of accounting and finance is recommended