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Duke University

Balance Sheet and Business Cases

Duke University via Coursera

Overview

Welcome to the third course in the Financial Management Specialization: Balance Sheet and Business Cases! In this course, you will delve into the income statement’s structure to uncover insights on revenue, expenses, and profitability, and how they reflect a company’s operational efficiency. Additionally, you will examine a balance sheet to understand a company’s financial stability, liquidity, and capital structure at a specific point in time. You will apply these concepts by conducting financial statement analyses and constructing compelling business cases. This course is ideal for non-financial managers or professionals who seek to enhance their financial acumen to make better business decisions. No prior experience in finance is required. However, a basic understanding of business operations and strategic thinking will be beneficial.

Syllabus

  • Course Overview
    • Welcome to Balance Sheet and Business Case, the third 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.
  • Balance Sheet
    • In this module, you will examine a balance sheet to understand a company’s financial stability, liquidity, and capital structure at a specific point in time, highlighting assets, liabilities, and equity.
  • Income Statement
    • In this module, you will delve into the income statement’s structure to uncover insights on revenue, expenses, and profitability, and how they reflect a company’s operational efficiency.

Taught by

Joseph Perfetti

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