Welcome to Fundamentals of Finance. This 4 module course will help you understand and affect the performance of your unit or organization’s profitability. By the end of this course, you will be able to implement finance and accounting concepts to drive your organization's growth, analyze financial statements and understand the factors in productivity and profitability, and create forecasting and budgeting. You will also have the ability to evaluate and manage cash flow, implement strategies around financing, and use of ratios in running a business.
Fundamentals of Finance
Fundamentals of Finance
This course is part of Introduction to Business Specialization
Instructor: Marla Noel
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Develop financial forecasts and budgets for expense control and cash flow management.'
Analyze financial information to maximize business growth and efficiency.
Utilize financial ratios and analysis to enhance business profitability.
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There are 4 modules in this course
Welcome to your first step in understanding business finance! This module will introduce you to the core components of financial statements and reveal how they are crucial for driving business success. You'll learn exactly how these statements are created and where key elements like assets, liabilities, equity, revenues, and expenses originate within a business operation. To prepare, consider looking at a company's annual report to familiarize yourself with financial statements. Get ready to unlock the language of business!
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Now that you understand financial statements, let's make them work for you! Building on Module 1, this module will show you how to leverage financial information to boost profitability and evaluate labor's role in productivity. You'll also discover the critical importance of cash flow and learn effective strategies to monitor and control it, ensuring your business thrives. As you progress, think about how these concepts apply to your own professional context. Master these skills to maintain a healthy, growing business!
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Ready to explore how businesses secure funding? This module will guide you through the various sources of financing and the essential information needed to obtain it. You'll also discover how to forecast financial needs and build strong banking relationships through effective communication and meticulous record-keeping. To get the most out of this module, consider reviewing current market trends in business financing. This knowledge is crucial for any business leader!
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Let's dive into how business growth affects your cash flow! This module will show you how to use key financial ratios to monitor and control growth effectively. You'll also master various methods for maintaining tight control over business expenses, ensuring sustainable expansion. To maximize your learning, try applying these concepts to a real-world business scenario. This module empowers you to steer your business towards smart, controlled growth!
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With no real prior business knowledge this course was great in giving me a foundation and more of understanding.
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great course for understanding basics of book keeping and accounting.
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The notes for this course were excellent, and the lectures were concise and easy to follow
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