PowerPoint for Business & Finance

Build professional PowerPoint pitch decks, presentations, and more using industry best practices.

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Overview

What you’ll learn

This course will teach you all the PowerPoint features, visuals, and shortcuts you need to stand out in any business or finance role. We’ll start with the very basics, and gradually progress to creating professional slide decks such as a stock pitch deck and a management consulting presentation. Throughout the course modules, you’ll learn the theory, followed by practical exercises in the form of case studies to replicate the type of work you may encounter as an intern or full-time working professional.

70+ High Quality Lessons

Downloadable PowerPoint and PDF files

Two Real-Life Finance and Consulting Case Studies

Lifetime Access on Any Device

Student Profiles

Who are these courses for?

University Students

If you're a college student looking to secure an internship or full-time job in a top tier business, finance, or investment firm, these courses are for you.

Working Professionals

If you're a working professional looking to level up your technical career skills, these courses are for you.

Career Switchers

If you're looking to boost your technical skills to better your chances of switching into a business or finance role, this course is for you.

Make your data stand out with compelling visuals

This course walks you through the PowerPoint techniques used to create client-ready powerful industry grade business and finance presentations. Our instructors will teach you the presentation building approach they used to win stock pitch competitions at top-tier investment banks.

Learn fundamental charting and graphic tools

Make effective charts, graphics, and illustrations that are applicable to any corporate role. Common scenarios include client sales presentations, internal communications, and investor meetings amongst many others. We will teach you everything from PowerPoint shortcuts and slide layouts to different charts and animations, allowing you to transform raw data into effective business presentations.

Practical lessons applicable to real business & finance opportunities

This course is tailored for current or aspiring professionals in any relevant business industry or corporate function. This includes financial analysts, investment bankers, management consultants, business analysts, product marketers, and sales associates among others.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Course Introduction
  • Course Overview
  • PowerPoint Computer Settings
  • Course Resource: PowerPoint Shortcuts
Module 2: Introduction to PowerPoint
  • PowerPoint View Options & Settings
  • Ribbon Essentials
  • Slide Layouts
  • Slide Master Setup
  • Header & Footer
  • Case Study: Base Presentation Layout
Module 3: Text Inputs
  • Inputting Text
  • Inputting Equations
  • Lists & Bullets
  • Fonts & Formats
  • Object Alignment
  • Essential Shortcuts
  • Alt Key Shortcuts
  • Quick Access Toolbar
  • Format Painter
  • Case Study: Putting It All Together
Module 4: Text Visuals
  • Shape Fundamentals
  • Shape Text Margins
  • Edit Shape Points
  • Lines & Connectors
  • Front & Back Feature
  • Object Grouping
  • Pictures
  • Case Study: World Map Slide
Module 5: Data Visuals
  • Making a Chart
  • Linking Excel to PowerPoint
  • Basic Charts
  • Combo Chart
  • Doughnut Chart
  • Gauge Chart
  • Football Field Chart
  • PowerPoint Tables
  • SmartArt
  • Case Study: Amazon Profile Slide
Module 6: Presentations
  • Object Animations
  • Text Animations
  • Slide Transitions
  • Screen Recording
  • Presentation Audio
  • Inserting Video
  • Hidden Slides
  • Presenter Tools
  • Presentation Comments
  • Sharing Presentations
  • Case Study: McDonald's Next Steps Timeline
Module 7: Apple Stock Pitch Case Study
  • What is a Stock Pitch Deck
  • Case Study Introduction
  • Slide Master Setup
  • Title Slide
  • Agenda Slides
  • Investment Summary
  • Industry Overview
  • Company Overview Slide 1
  • Company Overview Slide 2
  • Catalyst Slide 1
  • Catalyst Slide 2
  • Catalyst Slide 3
  • Risks & Mitigants Slide
  • Discounted Cash Flow Slide
  • Final Recommendation Slide
Module 8: McDonald's Consulting Case Study
  • Case Study Introduction
  • Slide Master Setup
  • Title Slide
  • Table of Contents
  • Section Divider Slides
  • Executive Summary Slide
  • Real Estate Opportunity Slide
  • Real Estate Costs Slide
  • Manual Labor Slide
  • Reducing Operating Space Slide
  • Labor Savings Slide
  • Investment Timeline Slide
  • Contact Slide
Module 9: Next Steps
  • Next Steps
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Upon completion of all course lessons, you will receive a digital certificate with your credentials. Furthermore, you can add it to your LinkedIn to show your skills to recruiters!

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Testimonials

What our students say

Real stories from real people

"Very thorough and comprehensive! The guidance I received from the senior instructors helps me in my everyday life as a financial analyst at Amazon."1

Well Done!

Isabella W.

The course was presented in a way that was easy to access and understand. What really stood out to me were the informative tools that were provided to help make my skills and work easier, more professional, and stand out from others. These tools were incredibly helpful and I was able to apply them to my work immediately.

Excellent Experience!

David Rodrigues

As an investment club president, I wholeheartedly recommend the Finance & Valuation Module for people who want to develop their technical finance skills. The digestible lessons, straightforward content, and hands-on walkthroughs helped our new members secure finance internships as freshmen.

Exceptional Training Solution!

Michael Penna

"The lessons are structured, clear, and concise. They even have downloadable files that you can practice on! When you complete the courses, you can add them easily to your LinkedIn and reap the benefits! In addition, the team is quick to respond and happy to help."

Extremely Impressed

Josh McDonald

"This course is the best. It's packed with informational and realistic examples. I love the downloads that are available for you to practice what's being taught. This course has really enhanced my skills."

The Best!

Jasmine Akujobi

Amazing course, with the essential things that you might need in future workplace + the case studies are really good to test yourself.

Amazing Course!

Erik Reznicek

"I took this course before starting my job as an investing banking analyst, not being from a hardcore finance background, this course helped in solidifying my basic concepts as well building real life excel skills that are required for my job."

Amazing, Detailed and Realistic!

Ishaan Mathur

"Kenji & Michael's teachings are practical and focus almost entirely on giving the student the tools to succeed in real life business and finance scenarios. After finishing the course, I feel like I am no longer missing out on something that is so essential for my career."

Highly Recommend!

Yakuphan Alptekin

"Semi-retired physician doing this for fun. Wish I had this knowledge in Med School as it would have been very valuable for expanding business knowledge and maybe entrepreneurship."

Very Valuable

Robert Remondino

"I've seen a lot of Excel courses out there, but this one is definitely the best. It covers a lot of topics and gives great explanations for all of them. Plus you get to do real-world exercises at the end to put into practice what you've learned. I highly recommend."

Great Explanations!

Jamie Forschner

Very creative and informative, and I enjoyed learning the course. They cover all the small detailed points and explain each small point with its relation to other points in all the lectures. This is done with high-quality resolution videos. Thank you and good luck to the Career Principles team!

Just What I was Looking For!

Rashed Al-Romaithi

I've taken multiple courses with Career Principles and some of them I'm still going through. The way the material is presented in each course has been clear and easy to understand with the many examples. The key to effective training is the real world application of key concepts and projects. In other words, how can this training be used in real world projects that you would need in your career. Thank You!

Thank you!

Keith Aul

"This course managed to reactivate the knowledge from my university studies 15 years ago and, above all, to translate it into a practical context. The Excel skills taught along the way are at least as valuable to me. Thank you Kenji & Team ."

Very, very helpful!

Marco Horn

"Very thorough and practical, definitely recommend for those who want to level up their Excel skills."

Excellent

Bilal Kamara

This is handy and good. I like the explanations and clarity when formulas and the theory around the formulas are explained. I also like the keyboard cheat sheet and the fact he uses the keyboard shortcuts in the videos.

I like this course and recommend it

Tom Munt-Davies

Yes, well done. Great job! Bring you step by step accross solving problems you usually find at work. With downloading file can practise at the same time and so easily memorize and get it. Thanks.

Great job!

Marco Franceschini

"Really enjoyed the practical case studies that made it feel like a real scenario I could encounter at work."

Super Helpful!

Isabella West

"This course has given me the opportunity to strengthen my accounting foundations, learn how to build a dynamic 3-statement model, conduct a complex DCF, Comps and Precedent Transactions valuation, and create a stock pitch deck to present to target clients."

Cheers!

Marvel Tanudjaja

"Clear explanation with concrete examples."

Clear Explanations!

Russell Tankoua

"It was a wise decision to purchase this course. As an analyst, I'm learning a lot and applying what I've learned to my current position."

Worth the Money!

Jamaal Tobias

"The course was extremely helpful, it has allowed me to build my Excel finance skills from the ground up, the course is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge of Excel and finance. Amazing Work!"

A Very Complete Course!

Teo Ballbe

"The case studies are just perfect!"

Perfect!

Murilo Cangueiro

"The best Excel course. My Excel skills have improved significantly. Thank you guys for creating such a wonderful course."

Wonderful Course!

Ebenezer Anane

"The course delivered as promised. It had the right balance of theory and practical exercises with downloadable resources to further my learning. Great job!"

Awesome Course!

Andy Giro

"The senior instructors have really helped me develop the skills I needed to perform at the level of a finance professional. These practical skills have carried me a long way in my banking career!"

Just What I Needed!

Daniel Mwabila

"Very thorough and comprehensive! The guidance I received from the senior instructors helps me in my everyday life as a financial analyst at Amazon."

Well Done!

Tristan Chiu

The course was presented in a way that was easy to access and understand. What really stood out to me were the informative tools that were provided to help make my skills and work easier, more professional, and stand out from others. These tools were incredibly helpful and I was able to apply them to my work immediately.

Excellent Experience!

David Rodrigues

As an investment club president, I wholeheartedly recommend the Finance & Valuation Module for people who want to develop their technical finance skills. The digestible lessons, straightforward content, and hands-on walkthroughs helped our new members secure finance internships as freshmen.

Exceptional Training Solution!

Michael Penna

"The lessons are structured, clear, and concise. They even have downloadable files that you can practice on! When you complete the courses, you can add them easily to your LinkedIn and reap the benefits! In addition, the team is quick to respond and happy to help."

Extremely Impressed

Josh McDonald

"This course is the best. It's packed with informational and realistic examples. I love the downloads that are available for you to practice what's being taught. This course has really enhanced my skills."

The Best!

Jasmine Akujobi

Amazing course, with the essential things that you might need in future workplace + the case studies are really good to test yourself.

Amazing Course!

Erik Reznicek

"I took this course before starting my job as an investing banking analyst, not being from a hardcore finance background, this course helped in solidifying my basic concepts as well building real life excel skills that are required for my job."

Amazing, Detailed and Realistic!

Ishaan Mathur

"Kenji & Michael's teachings are practical and focus almost entirely on giving the student the tools to succeed in real life business and finance scenarios. After finishing the course, I feel like I am no longer missing out on something that is so essential for my career."

Highly Recommend!

Yakuphan Alptekin

"Semi-retired physician doing this for fun. Wish I had this knowledge in Med School as it would have been very valuable for expanding business knowledge and maybe entrepreneurship."

Very Valuable

Robert Remondino

"I've seen a lot of Excel courses out there, but this one is definitely the best. It covers a lot of topics and gives great explanations for all of them. Plus you get to do real-world exercises at the end to put into practice what you've learned. I highly recommend."

Great Explanations!

Jamie Forschner

Very creative and informative, and I enjoyed learning the course. They cover all the small detailed points and explain each small point with its relation to other points in all the lectures. This is done with high-quality resolution videos. Thank you and good luck to the Career Principles team!

Just What I was Looking For!

Rashed Al-Romaithi

I've taken multiple courses with Career Principles and some of them I'm still going through. The way the material is presented in each course has been clear and easy to understand with the many examples. The key to effective training is the real world application of key concepts and projects. In other words, how can this training be used in real world projects that you would need in your career. Thank You!

Thank you!

Keith Aul

"This course managed to reactivate the knowledge from my university studies 15 years ago and, above all, to translate it into a practical context. The Excel skills taught along the way are at least as valuable to me. Thank you Kenji & Team ."

Very, very helpful!

Marco Horn

"Very thorough and practical, definitely recommend for those who want to level up their Excel skills."

Excellent

Bilal Kamara

This is handy and good. I like the explanations and clarity when formulas and the theory around the formulas are explained. I also like the keyboard cheat sheet and the fact he uses the keyboard shortcuts in the videos.

I like this course and recommend it

Tom Munt-Davies

Yes, well done. Great job! Bring you step by step accross solving problems you usually find at work. With downloading file can practise at the same time and so easily memorize and get it. Thanks.

Great job!

Marco Franceschini

"Really enjoyed the practical case studies that made it feel like a real scenario I could encounter at work."

Super Helpful!

Isabella West

"This course has given me the opportunity to strengthen my accounting foundations, learn how to build a dynamic 3-statement model, conduct a complex DCF, Comps and Precedent Transactions valuation, and create a stock pitch deck to present to target clients."

Cheers!

Marvel Tanudjaja

"Clear explanation with concrete examples."

Clear Explanations!

Russell Tankoua

"It was a wise decision to purchase this course. As an analyst, I'm learning a lot and applying what I've learned to my current position."

Worth the Money!

Jamaal Tobias

"The course was extremely helpful, it has allowed me to build my Excel finance skills from the ground up, the course is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge of Excel and finance. Amazing Work!"

A Very Complete Course!

Teo Ballbe

"The case studies are just perfect!"

Perfect!

Murilo Cangueiro

"The best Excel course. My Excel skills have improved significantly. Thank you guys for creating such a wonderful course."

Wonderful Course!

Ebenezer Anane

"The course delivered as promised. It had the right balance of theory and practical exercises with downloadable resources to further my learning. Great job!"

Awesome Course!

Andy Giro

"The senior instructors have really helped me develop the skills I needed to perform at the level of a finance professional. These practical skills have carried me a long way in my banking career!"

Just What I Needed!

Daniel Mwabila

"Very thorough and comprehensive! The guidance I received from the senior instructors helps me in my everyday life as a financial analyst at Amazon."

Well Done!

Tristan Chiu

The course was presented in a way that was easy to access and understand. What really stood out to me were the informative tools that were provided to help make my skills and work easier, more professional, and stand out from others. These tools were incredibly helpful and I was able to apply them to my work immediately.

Excellent Experience!

David Rodrigues

As an investment club president, I wholeheartedly recommend the Finance & Valuation Module for people who want to develop their technical finance skills. The digestible lessons, straightforward content, and hands-on walkthroughs helped our new members secure finance internships as freshmen.

Exceptional Training Solution!

Michael Penna

"The lessons are structured, clear, and concise. They even have downloadable files that you can practice on! When you complete the courses, you can add them easily to your LinkedIn and reap the benefits! In addition, the team is quick to respond and happy to help."

Extremely Impressed

Josh McDonald

"This course is the best. It's packed with informational and realistic examples. I love the downloads that are available for you to practice what's being taught. This course has really enhanced my skills."

The Best!

Jasmine Akujobi

Amazing course, with the essential things that you might need in future workplace + the case studies are really good to test yourself.

Amazing Course!

Erik Reznicek

"I took this course before starting my job as an investing banking analyst, not being from a hardcore finance background, this course helped in solidifying my basic concepts as well building real life excel skills that are required for my job."

Amazing, Detailed and Realistic!

Ishaan Mathur

"Kenji & Michael's teachings are practical and focus almost entirely on giving the student the tools to succeed in real life business and finance scenarios. After finishing the course, I feel like I am no longer missing out on something that is so essential for my career."

Highly Recommend!

Yakuphan Alptekin

"Semi-retired physician doing this for fun. Wish I had this knowledge in Med School as it would have been very valuable for expanding business knowledge and maybe entrepreneurship."

Very Valuable

Robert Remondino

"I've seen a lot of Excel courses out there, but this one is definitely the best. It covers a lot of topics and gives great explanations for all of them. Plus you get to do real-world exercises at the end to put into practice what you've learned. I highly recommend."

Great Explanations!

Jamie Forschner

Very creative and informative, and I enjoyed learning the course. They cover all the small detailed points and explain each small point with its relation to other points in all the lectures. This is done with high-quality resolution videos. Thank you and good luck to the Career Principles team!

Just What I was Looking For!

Rashed Al-Romaithi

I've taken multiple courses with Career Principles and some of them I'm still going through. The way the material is presented in each course has been clear and easy to understand with the many examples. The key to effective training is the real world application of key concepts and projects. In other words, how can this training be used in real world projects that you would need in your career. Thank You!

Thank you!

Keith Aul

"This course managed to reactivate the knowledge from my university studies 15 years ago and, above all, to translate it into a practical context. The Excel skills taught along the way are at least as valuable to me. Thank you Kenji & Team ."

Very, very helpful!

Marco Horn

"Very thorough and practical, definitely recommend for those who want to level up their Excel skills."

Excellent

Bilal Kamara

This is handy and good. I like the explanations and clarity when formulas and the theory around the formulas are explained. I also like the keyboard cheat sheet and the fact he uses the keyboard shortcuts in the videos.

I like this course and recommend it

Tom Munt-Davies

Yes, well done. Great job! Bring you step by step accross solving problems you usually find at work. With downloading file can practise at the same time and so easily memorize and get it. Thanks.

Great job!

Marco Franceschini

"Really enjoyed the practical case studies that made it feel like a real scenario I could encounter at work."

Super Helpful!

Isabella West

"This course has given me the opportunity to strengthen my accounting foundations, learn how to build a dynamic 3-statement model, conduct a complex DCF, Comps and Precedent Transactions valuation, and create a stock pitch deck to present to target clients."

Cheers!

Marvel Tanudjaja

"Clear explanation with concrete examples."

Clear Explanations!

Russell Tankoua

"It was a wise decision to purchase this course. As an analyst, I'm learning a lot and applying what I've learned to my current position."

Worth the Money!

Jamaal Tobias

"The course was extremely helpful, it has allowed me to build my Excel finance skills from the ground up, the course is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge of Excel and finance. Amazing Work!"

A Very Complete Course!

Teo Ballbe

"The case studies are just perfect!"

Perfect!

Murilo Cangueiro

"The best Excel course. My Excel skills have improved significantly. Thank you guys for creating such a wonderful course."

Wonderful Course!

Ebenezer Anane

"The course delivered as promised. It had the right balance of theory and practical exercises with downloadable resources to further my learning. Great job!"

Awesome Course!

Andy Giro

"The senior instructors have really helped me develop the skills I needed to perform at the level of a finance professional. These practical skills have carried me a long way in my banking career!"

Just What I Needed!

Daniel Mwabila

"Very thorough and comprehensive! The guidance I received from the senior instructors helps me in my everyday life as a financial analyst at Amazon."

Well Done!

Tristan Chiu

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Your instructors

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Kenji Farre
Senior Instructor

Hey there, I’m Kenji, a Cornell University graduate and Microsoft MVP with work experience at companies like Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and PwC. Over the past year, our tutorials have helped 15M+ people level up their Excel, Business, and Data skills. I know exactly where the pain points are -I’ve lived them myself. Looking forward to getting started!

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Michael Quach
Senior Instructor

Aloha! I’m Michael, a Cornell University graduate born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. I’ve worked at companies like Tesla, Cushman & Wakefield, and IHG Hotels & Resorts. Throughout, I’ve experienced first-hand the importance of being proficient in Excel, finance, and valuation to perform in any business role. My hope is that our courses will help you take your career to the next level.

Course Pricing

Learn the skills you need to advance your career

Boost your productivity and gain confidence in your business and finance skills by selecting a course that works best for you.

PowerPoint for Business & Finance
Single Course
$119.00
Includes:
  • {yes} Access to Full PowerPoint Curriculum
  • {yes} PowerPoint Course Completion Certificate
  • {yes} PowerPoint Shortcuts Guidance Sheet
  • {yes} Downloadable Start and End Files
  • {yes} PPT Case Study: Apple Stock Pitch Deck
  • {yes} PPT Case Study: McDonald's Consulting Deck
  • {no} Access to Full Excel Curriculum
  • {no} Business Case Study: Excel Interview Test
  • {no} Finance Case Study: Apple 3 Statement Model
  • {no} Excel Course Completion Certificate
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Excel + PowerPoint for Business & Finance
Bundle
$249.00
Recommended
Includes:
  • {yes} Access to Full PowerPoint Curriculum
  • {yes} PowerPoint Course Completion Certificate
  • {yes} PowerPoint Shortcuts Guidance Sheet
  • {yes} Access to Full Excel Curriculum
  • {yes} Downloadable Start and End Files
  • {yes} Business Case Study: Excel Interview Test
  • {yes} PPT Case Study: Apple Stock Pitch Deck
  • {yes} Finance Case Study: Apple 3 Statement Model
  • {yes} PPT Case Study: McDonald's Consulting Deck
  • {yes} Excel Course Completion Certificate
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will this course take me to complete?

The course is designed for students to complete around 2 modules per week, for a total of 4-5 weeks until course completion. However, the course can be completed at your own pace (faster or slower) and you'll have unlimited access to the materials.

Do you offer any corporate deals / bulk discounts?

Yes we do, please email us at info@careerprinciples.com with your details.

How is this course different from other PowerPoint courses?

Unlike most generic PowerPoint courses, our course is specifically tailored for elite level business and finance roles using our internship and full-time experience at top tier companies such as Tesla, Amazon, and Goldman Sachs. Most other courses are too theoretical and disregard the practical applications of building an office ready PowerPoint presentation. That's why this course is based on real-life examples with the most notable being our Apple stock pitch and McDonald's consulting presentation. Lastly, we're with you every step of the way through our interactive discussion forum.

Is PowerPoint difficult to learn?

We make learning PowerPoint simple. Our lessons cut the fluff and go straight to the point of the tool function or concept. We also guide students with step-by-step tutorials on how to build real, built-from-scratch presentations.

What level of PowerPoint do I need for this course?

This course is for all levels ranging from beginners to advanced users. If you're an advanced user, you might want to skip the basic input modules!

What are the prerequisites for this course?

All you need is a computer with Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn!

How long will I have the course materials for?

You will have lifetime access to the lessons and materials. The course can be taken on both smartphone and computer.

More questions?

For any other general inquiries, please contact us at info@careerprinciples.com