Advance Financial Statement, Performance and Ratio, Analysis

Advanced and Complete Corporate Financial Statement Analysis Course, Ratio and Performance Analysis, Financial Modeling


What you'll learn
Analyze Financial Statements: Gain insights through vertical, horizontal, and ratio analysis for informed decisions.
Vertical Analysis: Compare financial data as percentages of a common base figure across companies.
Horizontal Analysis: Assess trends and changes in financial performance over time.
Liquidity Ratios: Evaluate short-term solvency (e.g., current ratio, quick ratio).
Efficiency Ratios: Measure operational effectiveness (e.g., inventory turnover, accounts receivable turnover).
Profitability Ratios: Assess financial performance and profitability (e.g., gross margin, return on assets).
Ratio Analysis: Evaluate financial health, strengths, weaknesses, and risks.
Financial Statement Analysis Report: Understand components and effectively communicate findings.
Read Financial Statements: Understand and interpret financial statements practically in a company setting.
Three Financial Statement Analysis and creating simple Financial modeling
Learn to evaluate companies' financial statements to invest safely and securely in the stock market.



Requirements
Basic understanding of Financial Statement and Excel

Description
An Advanced and Complete Corporate Financial Statement Analysis Course,
In this comprehensive course, you will gain essential skills to analyze financial statements using powerful tools such as vertical analysis, horizontal analysis, and ratio analysis. Whether you are an aspiring accountant, finance professional, or business owner, this course equips you with the knowledge and practical techniques to make informed financial decisions.
Course Highlights:
Tools for Financial Statement Analysis:
Learn vertical analysis to compare financial data as percentages, horizontal analysis to track trends over time, and ratio analysis to evaluate liquidity, solvency, profitability, and market prospects.
Practical Resources:
Access downloadable PDF files and preformatted Excel spreadsheets to aid your learning.
In-Depth Ratio Analysis:
Understand and calculate liquidity ratios, solvency ratios, profitability ratios, and market prospects ratios.
Financial Statement Analysis Report:
Learn to effectively communicate your findings, utilizing human judgment and critical thinking.
Software Capabilities and Limitations:
Explore the role of software in financial analysis.
Become a Financial Analyst Expert!
Get 100+ MCQs, 10+ Hours of Recorded Lectures, and Practice Tests
Receive a Certificate upon Completion
Enroll Now to Fast-Track Your Finance Career!
Career Opportunities After Completing This Course:
Sr. Financial Analyst
FP&A Analyst
Finance Manager
Treasury Analyst
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Controller
Benefits of This Course:
Career Growth:
Accelerate your career with FP&A skills and unlock promotion opportunities.
Versatile Applications:
Apply FP&A skills across various industries.
Advanced Skills:
Gain advanced FP&A expertise sought after by top employers.
Strategic Decision-Making:
Master FP&A concepts for strategic, data-driven decisions.
Comprehensive Knowledge:
Access optional reading materials and 130+ MCQs to stay updated on industry trends.
Interview Success:
Prepare confidently for FP&A interviews.
Financial Data Analysis:
Leverage financial data for strategic insights.
Effective Communication:
Enhance skills to convey complex financial insights clearly.
Course Sections:
Module 1. Financial Statement Analysis
Introduction to Financial Statement Analysis
Overview of Financial Statements
Importance of financial statements in decision-making
Types of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity)
Relationship between the financial statements
Users of Financial Statements
Internal vs. External users
Key decisions made based on financial statements
Understanding the Balance Sheet
Structure and Components
Assets (Current vs. Non-Current)
Liabilities (Current vs. Non-Current)
Shareholders’ Equity
Key Balance Sheet Ratios
Liquidity Ratios (Current Ratio, Quick Ratio)
Solvency Ratios (Debt-to-Equity Ratio, Interest Coverage Ratio)
Analysis Techniques
Horizontal and vertical analysis of the balance sheet
Understanding the Income Statement
Structure and Components
Revenue recognition
Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
Gross Profit, Operating Expenses, and Operating Income
Non-operating Items and Net Income
Key Income Statement Ratios
Profitability Ratios (Gross Profit Margin, Operating Profit Margin, Net Profit Margin)
Efficiency Ratios (Asset Turnover Ratio, Inventory Turnover Ratio)
Analysis Techniques
Trend analysis and common-size analysis of the income statement
Understanding the Cash Flow Statement
Structure and Components
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Importance of cash flow
Key Cash Flow Ratios
Operating Cash Flow Ratio
Free Cash Flow
Cash Conversion Cycle
Understanding the Statement of Changes in Equity
Components of Equity
Retained Earnings
Common Stock, Additional Paid-in Capital
Treasury Stock
Module 2. Advanced Financial Modeling
Real-world case studies
FP&A techniques for complex scenarios
Preparation of income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Learn the Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Model
Module 3. Advanced Financial Modeling
Horizontal and vertical analysis methods
Interpreting financial statements
Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs)
Analyzing and Interpreting Financial Performance
DuPont Analysis
Decomposing ROE (Return on Equity)
Relationship between profitability, asset efficiency, and leverage
Trend Analysis
Identifying patterns in financial data over time
Predicting future performance based on historical trends
Red Flags
Assessing Earnings Quality
Identifying recurring vs. non-recurring items
Detecting Financial Red Flags
Signs of earnings manipulation
Assessing the sustainability of earnings
Others
Case Studies
Real-world examples of companies with questionable earnings quality
Software Tools
Excel for financial modeling
Financial databases (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Yahoo Finance, for India Screener, MoneyControl, etc.)
Online Resources
Access to financial statements of public companies
Industry reports for sector-specific analysis
Join us to gain the skills needed to excel in financial statement analysis!
Enroll Now
and unlock the tools and techniques that will empower you to make informed decisions based on insightful financial analysis.
Who this course is for:
Accounting and Finance Professionals: Enhance skills in financial statement analysis
Business Owners and Managers: Make informed decisions using financial analysis.
Students: Strengthen knowledge in accounting and finance.
Individuals in Personal Finance: Learn to evaluate and interpret financial statements for investment in share market
Investors and Analysts: Improve company performance assessment for investments.
Anyone Interested: Understand company financial health and performance.

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