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Build a strong foundation in credit research analysis and credit ratings while learning how financial institutions assess risk and make informed lending and investment decisions. In this beginner-friendly course, you will explore the complete credit research process, examine the role of credit rating agencies, and evaluate the different types, benefits, limitations, and regulations of credit ratings in global financial markets. As you progress, you will develop practical knowledge of widely used credit risk models, including the KMV Model and Altman Z-Score, to assess default probability and bankruptcy risk. You will also learn how banks evaluate companies by analyzing financial statements, cash flow strength, repayment history, and other key financial criteria. Throughout the course, you will discover how credit research supports transparency, investor confidence, and stability across modern financial systems. Designed for beginners and aspiring finance professionals, this course prepares you to interpret credit research findings, evaluate creditworthiness, analyze risk models, and understand banking evaluation practices with confidence. Whether you are exploring a career in finance, investment, banking, or risk management, this course provides a practical starting point for applying credit research concepts to real-world financial decision-making.

Syllabus

Foundations of Credit Research & Ratings
- This module introduces learners to the essential concepts of credit research and credit ratings, building a strong foundation for understanding how companies are evaluated in financial markets. Students will explore the step-by-step process of credit research, examine core methodologies used to assess creditworthiness, and gain insights into the role and significance of credit rating agencies. By analyzing the types, functions, advantages, disadvantages, and regulations of credit ratings, learners will develop the ability to interpret and apply credit research findings in real-world investment decisions.
Credit Risk Models & Banking Evaluation
- This module explores advanced concepts of credit risk modeling and the evaluation process used by banks in modern financial systems. Learners will gain practical insights into the KMV Model and the Altman Z-Score Model, two widely applied techniques for predicting default probability and bankruptcy risk. The module also examines how banks assess companies using financial criteria, credit history, and cash flow strength, while highlighting the broader role of credit research in enhancing transparency and investor protection in today’s financial markets. By completing this module, students will be equipped to analyze risk models, interpret banking evaluation practices, and understand the systemic importance of credit research.