Discover the essentials of business valuations in this engaging 2-hour CPD webinar designed specifically for South African accountants. As a professional, understanding the principles of business valuations is vital to make informed decisions and provide valuable insights to clients.

This session will cover the following:

Module 1: Introduction to Business Valuations

• The importance of business valuations
• The role of business valuations in decision-making
• Overview of business valuation methods

Module 2: The Financial Statements and Valuation

• The importance of financial statements in valuation
• Key financial statements and their components
• Adjustments to financial statements for valuation purposes

Module 3: Income-Based Valuation Methods

• Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method
• Capitalized Earnings method
• Adjusted Present Value (APV) method
• Practical application and case studies

Module 4: Market-Based Valuation Methods

• Comparable Companies Analysis (CCA)
• Precedent Transactions Analysis (PTA)
• Market Multiples method
• Practical application and case studies

Module 5: Asset-Based Valuation Methods

• Net Asset Value (NAV) method
• Liquidation Value method
• Replacement Cost method
• Practical application and case studies

Module 6: Valuation Adjustments and Considerations

• Control premiums and minority discount
• Marketability and liquidity discounts
• Company-specific risk factors
• Synergies and strategic considerations

Module 7: Business Valuation Reporting and Ethics

• The importance of transparent and ethical valuation practices
• Key components of a business valuation report
• Professional standards and guidelines for South African accountants