How to Read a Financial Statement

Decipher the language of financial statements. Gain insights into balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. A foundational course for those new to finance.Course Duration:3 hoursCredits:CEU Credits: 0.3AMA PCM CEU Credits: 0PDU Credits: 3HRCI Credits: 3SHRM Credits: 3CFRE Credits: 0ATD CI Credits: 3ACE Credits: 0 Course Description Financial statements can look intimidating and, as a non-financial manager, you may feel like ascertaining the right conclusion from a financial statement is like finding a needle in a haystack. This course covers financial reports and their meaning. You will learn the fundamentals and importance of the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows, and how they can be used to manage a business. You will also be exposed to financial (ratio) analysis. Learning Outcomes Identify and describe the documents and financial statements included in an organization's financial report Itemize and interpret the information in the income statement, balance sheet, statement of changes in shareholders' equity, and statement of cash flows Correctly state the impact of specific business activities on cash flow Define financial (ratio) analysis and explain its objectives and limitations Identify the various types and categories of financial ratios Perform calculations using financial ratios Testimonials Jason E. The class is structured well with content that is insightful and causes you to think by doing the exercises to enforce learning. I recommend it to anyone wanting a broad understanding of financial statements and their meaning. Leslie L. Easy to use and very helpful.