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"The Ascension training was super relevant, in-depth, and clear. I was very happy."

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Andrea Manuelli

PATRIZIA

“Ascension financial modelling has been invaluable and  comprehensive. It's accelerated my modelling in leaps and bounds!”

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Ed Gage

Knight Frank

"The course was great. I recommend it to anyone interested in real estate."

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George Muncaster

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Why is Ascension great?

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    Taught by London PE Pros

    Courses designed and delivered by UK real estate PE pros, with 10+ years experience and over £4bn of deals under their belts.

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    Outrageously engaging

    Movie-quality production values. Clear and structured video modules. Engaging and fun, not dry and academic.

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    UK #1 in RE financial modelling

    Ascension has trained 5,000+ people in RE financial modelling, from asset managers, investors, developers, to UK grad students.

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    Practical best practice

    The latest PE best practice, explained using real world examples and exercises. Exactly what you need, and no more.

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    Amazing feedback

    Our Trustpilot score, Google reviews, and learner testimonials speak for themselves. Learners love Ascension.

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    Who is the Ascension Accelerator for?

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    Professional advisors

    Advise clients better with PE-grade modelling. Win more instructions from demanding clients and deliver valuations they trust. Be confident in your analysis.

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    Investors and lenders

    Assess and underwrite deals faster with excellent DCF models. Identify opportunities and risks that your competitors miss.

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    Developers

    Evaluate site acquisitions, development opportunities, and secure debt funding with bulletproof residual valuation and development cash flow models.

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    Asset managers

    Make great asset management decisions, with robust cash flow projections and investor reports that demonstrate exactly how you improve returns.

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    "A very insightful course, that transformed the way I understand and build cash flows for property investment and development "

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    "Great structure. Very practical modelling, with real world exercises."

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    Knight Frank

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    "The step-by-step approach is great. It’s significantly improved my modelling. Highly valuable."

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    Course Overview

    25+ hours of superb content, on demand to suit your schedule

    Module 1

    Excel & Investment Fundamentals

    • Excel Skills Check

    • Essential Excel Skills

    • Intermediate Excel Skills

    • The 5 Rules of Modeling

    • Simple DCF Investment Valuation

    • Assignments: Industrial Unit Valuation, Investment Cash Flows

    Module 2

    RE Finance, Debt, and CRE Cash Flows

    • Capital Structure

    • Simple DCF Valuation with Debt

    • Advanced DCF with Debt

    • Understanding Lease Events

    • DCF Valuation of Lease Events

    • DCF Valuation of a Multi-Tenanted Building

    • Assignments: Extend & Reduce, Valuing a Portfolio

    Module 3

    Development Valuation & Financing

    • Residual Valuation

    • Mixed Use Residual Appraisal

    • Residential Development DCF Valuation

    • Development Cash Flows with Senior Debt

    • Mezzanine Debt for Developments

    • Valuation of a Mixed Use Scheme with Senior & Mezz Debt

    • Assignments: Residual Valuation, Development Cash Flows

    Module 4

    JVs, Risk, and Scenario Analysis

    • Evaluating Risk in Real Estate

    • Sensitivity Analysis

    • Scenario Analysis

    • Real Estate Joint Ventures

    • Shareholder Returns for a Retail JV

    • Assignments: JVs & Risk Analysis

    • Final Quiz for Certificate

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    Ascension Accelerator Course

    Our flagship course, taught by real UK PE pros with 10+ years experience

    £ 899

    • 12 months unlimited access

    • 25+ hours premium video content 

    • PE-grade Excel templates

    • 17 exercises & case studies 

    • Practical, engaging modules

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    What is the Ascension Accelerator?

    The Ascension Accelerator is a comprehensive online course teaching PE-grade RE financial modelling and DCF valuation. Designed and delivered by real London RE PE investors with 15+ years experience and £4bn+ in deals, it covers everything from Excel best practice, basic investment analysis, through to complex development valuations, scenario and risk analysis. 

    How much does it cost and what's included?

    £899 for the complete package.  26+ hours of professional video content, PE-grade Excel templates, 17 practical exercises with real deals, quizzes to build your knowledge, and 12 months unlimited access to all materials. 

    Will this help me get promoted faster?

    It should help - but promotion is down to you! With the Accelerator you'll master the DCF modelling skills that top professionals use. You'll show expertise that gets you noticed, build confidence to advise clients better, and position yourself for advancement both internally and at other firms. Graduates of our course have said their profile and responsibilities at work increased significantly. 

    How is this different to other courses?

    Real London PE investors teach you, not academics. It's UK / EMEA focused, not US-centric. Our instructors bring £4bn+ of actual deal experience, and content that's outrageously engaging with movie-quality production, never dry or boring. We focus on best practice you'll use immediately, not theoretical concepts you'll never apply.

    What's Blended Teaching?

    Our parent company in the US, also founded by Phil Laney. It's an edtech company focused on enabling university professors, starting with RE finance. Find out more at https://www.blended-teaching.com. Ascension is our UK arm and provides professional RE finance training for UK / EMEA professionals, including advisors, investors, asset managers, developers, and lenders working in real estate.

    Is there a free trial?

    Yes, absolutely. Explore the content for 7 days cost free, with no credit card required. Experience the teaching style, content quality, and see if it's right for you before committing. If you love it (most people do!), upgrade for 12 months access to the full course

    How long will this take me to complete?

    Around 10 weeks studying 7 hours per week is the suggested pace. But you have 12 months unlimited access, so you can learn at whatever speed suits your schedule. Some people finish faster, others take longer - it's completely flexible to fit around your job. We know that life (and work) can get in the way.

    What background / experience do I need?

    Access to Excel and a computer, and an interest in real estate! This course takes RE professionals from best practice fundamentals, through basic and advanced DCF, to advanced PE-level modelling. If you already know the basics, you can skip any module. Although we encourage a best practice refresher as most people have picked up some bad habits... 

    Will my company pay?

    Quite possibly. About 80% of our learners get corporate funding from team training budgets. While individuals (i.e. you) typically make the course decision, companies recognize the ROI and will often fund you. We'll provide all the documentation, learning objectives, and completion certificates you need to support your funding request. Just email hi@ascension-training.com

    What support do I get if I'm stuck?

    It happens to all of us. So we provide email support for learners. Send us your query (with Excel) and one of our team will reply in detail, often an explanatory Loom video, within 24-48 hours. We've seen most problems many times before and can get you on your way swiftly. 

    Is this just videos or do I get practical exercises?

    Both! 26+ hours of professional video instruction plus 17 hands-on exercises using real deals. You'll work through actual acquisitions - UK industrial units, multi-let portfolios, Stockholm mixed-use developments - not made-up examples. Theory plus practice equals mastery.

    Do you offer group discounts?

    Yes - we provide team packages with attractive group discounts for corporate learners. Knight Frank, Colliers, PATRIZIA, Gerald Eve and LaSalle already train their teams with us. Contact our partnerships team to discuss your team's needs and get a custom quote.

    Ready to level up your RE career?

    Claim your 7-day full access trial now. 

    Questions? hi@ascension-training.com or book a 15-min chat

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