Analysis
Valuation of a 40-Person SaaS Scale-Up for Series A
Overview
What this challenge is about.
Your team will act as a boutique valuation advisory. You must gather comparable public SaaS companies (e.g., from the Cloud ERP or data integration space) and calculate relevant multiples (EV/Revenue, EV/EBITDA). Build a DCF model with explicit projections for 5 years, assuming a terminal growth rate of 3% and a WACC of 15%. Success means delivering a well-supported valuation range, a discussion of key value drivers (e.g., churn rate, net dollar retention), and a recommendation for the pre-money valuation that balances founder and investor interests.
The Brief
What you'll do, and what you'll demonstrate.
What is the fair pre-money valuation for DataSync's Series A round, and how does it compare to public SaaS comps?
Earning criteria — what you'll demonstrate
- Apply DCF valuation to a high-growth company with appropriate assumptions
- Use comparable company analysis to triangulate valuation
- Understand key SaaS metrics (ARR, churn, NDR) and their impact on value
- Communicate valuation results and recommendations effectively
Program Fit
Where this fits in your program.
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Skills
Skills you'll demonstrate.
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Careers
Roles this prepares you for.
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