Financial Statements

Financial Statements

This course is part of Financial Management Specialization

Instructor: Joseph Perfetti

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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2 hours to complete

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze income statements to evaluate operational efficiency and profitability.
Examine balance sheets to assess financial stability and capital structure.
Interpret cash flow statements to understand liquidity and cash management.

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1 assignment

Taught in English

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There are 2 modules in this course

In this course, you will gain insights into how analyzing income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements can provide a comprehensive understanding of a company’s financial performance and condition. You will apply these concepts by conducting detailed financial statement analyses and interpreting the results to make informed business decisions.

In this module, you will receive a course overview, learn about your instructor's background, and have an opportunity to introduce yourself and meet your peers.

What's included

1 video2 readings

In this module, you will learn about the reporting requirements for publicly traded firms and how to evaluate key performance indicators on an income statement and a balance sheet. You will explore the operating metrics used to assess an income statement and understand how balance sheet ratios are applied in conjunction with the income statement to measure financial progress. While financial statement analysis may not always provide clear answers, it often raises important questions for further investigation.

What's included

2 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

2 videosTotal 25 minutes

Financial Statements21 minutes
Financial Statement Analysis Case Solution4 minutes

5 readingsTotal 50 minutes

Key Takeaways10 minutes
Case Study10 minutes
Case Study Reflection Questions10 minutes
Module at a Glance10 minutes
Share your learning experience10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Financial Statements Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Module Reflection10 minutes

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Instructor

Joseph Perfetti

Duke University

7 Courses26,009 learners

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Duke University

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