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By the end of this course, learners will be able to interpret ASC 958 reporting standards, classify net assets under ASU 2016-14, analyze functional and natural expenses, evaluate liquidity disclosures, and apply practical examples to prepare transparent financial statements for not-for-profit entities. This course equips professionals with the tools to enhance compliance, improve comparability, and strengthen financial decision-making in nonprofit organizations.
Learners will benefit from clear, step-by-step coverage of both foundational and advanced aspects of ASC 958, supported by practical illustrations from recent Accounting Standards Updates. The course uniquely bridges conceptual guidance with real-world applications, helping accountants, auditors, and finance leaders confidently navigate nonprofit reporting challenges. With a focus on clarity, transparency, and compliance, this program empowers participants to transform complex standards into actionable financial insights.
This module introduces the foundational principles of ASC 958 for not-for-profit entities, focusing on financial statement presentation, classification of net assets, and key accounting updates. Learners will explore the evolution of reporting standards and apply examples from ASU 2016-14 to understand how financial statements are structured for clarity and transparency.
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9 videos4 assignments
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9 videos•Total 59 minutes
Introduction to ASC 958 Not for Profit Entities•8 minutes
ASU 2012-05 Statement of Cash Flows•1 minute
Services Received From Personnel of an Affiliate•9 minutes
Presentation of Financial Statements•4 minutes
Net asset Classification•7 minutes
ASU 2016-14 - Example 1•7 minutes
ASU 2016-14 - Example 2•6 minutes
ASU 2016-14 - Example 2 Continues•6 minutes
Underwater Endowments•11 minutes
4 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Graded - Foundations of Not-for-Profit Reporting•30 minutes
This module covers advanced reporting practices and disclosure requirements under ASC 958. Learners will examine specialized reporting approaches, analyze expense classifications, assess liquidity disclosures, and evaluate detailed examples of ASU 2016-14 to ensure compliance and enhance decision-usefulness of financial statements.
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9 videos4 assignments
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9 videos•Total 54 minutes
Placed in Service Approach•7 minutes
Statement of Cash Flow•7 minutes
Net Investment Returns•3 minutes
Analysis of Expense by Nature and Function•7 minutes
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The instructor explains ASC 958 concepts in a simple and practical way. This course is very helpful for anyone working with nonprofit financial reporting.
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A practical course that breaks down nonprofit reporting into simple, understandable concepts.
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