Duke University

Financial Statements

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
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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September 2024

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1 assignment

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Financial Management Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course

Welcome to Financial Statements, the sixth course in the Financial Management Specialization! 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 readings1 discussion prompt

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 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Instructor

Joseph Perfetti
Duke University
7 Courses164 learners

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