Elevate your career with our comprehensive financial modelling course
Master Financial Modelling
Elevate your career with our comprehensive financial modelling course
About Goliath Academy
Our Philosophy
At Goliath Academy, we are committed to equipping Australian students and professionals with the most practical, relevant, and high-impact financial modelling training available today.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, empowering our students with the skills and confidence to excel in their careers.
Meet the team
Richard Song
Richard Song
Richard Song
Richard started Goliath Academy after more than a decade working in investment banking (JPMorgan & Citi) and the buy-side (HRL Morrison & ESR).
Over those years, he built financial models for deals and projects across all kinds of industries — and saw first-hand the level of skill top employers expect.
Now, Richard is passionate about brea
Richard started Goliath Academy after more than a decade working in investment banking (JPMorgan & Citi) and the buy-side (HRL Morrison & ESR).
Over those years, he built financial models for deals and projects across all kinds of industries — and saw first-hand the level of skill top employers expect.
Now, Richard is passionate about breaking down those skills and training the next generation to model like a pro, so they can land roles in banking, private equity, and beyond.
Ken Luo
Richard Song
Richard Song
Ken co-founded Goliath Academy after over a decade in investment banking and corporate finance. He studied Commerce at UNSW before kicking off his career in the Industrials M&A team at RBS, and later worked in restructuring at Houlihan Lokey.
Thrown into the deep end with complex financial models early on, Ken quickly learned the value of
Ken co-founded Goliath Academy after over a decade in investment banking and corporate finance. He studied Commerce at UNSW before kicking off his career in the Industrials M&A team at RBS, and later worked in restructuring at Houlihan Lokey.
Thrown into the deep end with complex financial models early on, Ken quickly learned the value of good modelling habits and best practices. Now, he’s focused on passing on those lessons — sharing the shortcuts, frameworks, and tricks that make financial modelling simpler and more intuitive for students starting their careers.
Course Overview
Our premier 8 week in person course is designed for aspiring students and professionals who want to master financial modelling and break into the finance industry.
Learn how to craft financial models based on industry best practices through in-class study and take home cases.