Financial Statements: Learn Accounting. Unlock the Numbers.

Name: Financial Statements: Learn Accounting. Unlock the Numbers.
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Learn Accounting to Get Promoted, Become a Successful Entrepreneur, and Make Smarter Investments

Created byNathaniel Garrett

Last updated 5/2016

English

What you'll learn

Confidently Read Financial Statements
Understand Accounting Jargon
Gain a Valuable Understanding of Key Accounting Concepts
Apply Accounting Knowledge to real world companies
Evaluate a Companies Financial Health
Read, Understand, and Interpret Financial Statements

Course content

7 sections • 35 lectures • 3h 0m total length

Introduction to the Course1:22
My friendly advice to you:

No need to be overwhelmed, Rome wasn't built in a day ;)

Watch 10 minutes each day, At that rate it will only take you 18 days to complete the course!

Reach out to me if you have any questions, I would love to hear from you!
What is Accounting - Begin Learning the Language of Business3:48
In this short Video, we will discuss what Accounting is and how it’s communicated. Learn whom businesses communicate to and how they do it.
Financial Statements - Learn their Purpose and How they are Communicated5:04
In this short video, we discuss what financial statements are, provide examples of each and discuss their primary purpose.

Intro to the Income Statement2:18
In this short video, we discuss the income statement, it's purpose and 3 main types of accounts:

Revenues

Expenses

Income
Revenue - Learn How to Classify and Calculate Revenues8:46
In this video, we discuss what revenues are and the different types of revenues. Also I will Introduce you to Accrual vs. Cash Basis Accounting.
Expenses - Learn How to Classify and Calculate Expenses12:43
In this video, we learn how to classify expenses, discuss different examples and expand on accrual vs. cash basis accounting.
Income - Learn How to Classify and Calculate Income6:55
In this video, Understand the value of Income as we discuss different examples, and learn how to calculate net income.
Excel Video Lecture - Learn how an Income Statement is Created12:47
Apply your Knowledge by Learning how to Create an Income Statement in Excel. We will discuss each step of the income statement to reinforce the concepts presented in the powerpoint lecture.
Practice - Create your Own Income Statement0:10
Practice Creating an Income Statement from Scratch! The Lesson is in Excel format so you can familiarize yourself with creating a Income Statement.
*Download to Work in Excel or Open with Google Sheets*
Vertical Analysis - Analyze an Income Statement using Vertical Analysis5:54
Using Excel, learn how to analyze a company using Vertical Analysis. Gain a Valuable Understanding of Income Statement Analysis.
Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of the Income Statement3:00
Five Questions and Answers Challenging your Knowledge of the Income Statement

Intro to the Balance Sheet2:21
In this short video, I introduce you to the Balance Sheet. We discuss the fundamental accounting equation and the purpose of the Balance Sheet.
Assets - Learn How to Classify and Calculate Assets5:10
In this video, we'll discuss the purpose of assets, different types of current and fixed assets along with examples of each.
Liabilities and Owner's Equity - Learn How to Classify and Calculate5:31
In this video we discuss liabilities and owner's equity, the other half of the accounting equation. We cover different examples of each and learn how they are classified on the Balance Sheet.
Excel Video Lecture - Learn How a Balance Sheet is Created13:10
Utilize Excel to help create a Balance Sheet and apply your knowledge from the Power Points.
Practice - Create your own Balance Sheet0:10
Practice Creating a Balance Sheet from Scratch! The Lesson is in Excel format so you can familiarize yourself with creating a Balance Sheet.
*Download to Work in Excel or Open with Google Sheets*
Horizontal Analysis - Evaluate a Companies Trends Using Horizontal Analysis8:47
In this video, compare multiple years on the balance sheet and evaluate the changes in account balances.
Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of the Balance Sheet2:00
Five Questions and Answers Challenging your Knowledge of the Balance Sheet

Introduction to the Cash Flow Statement - Learn its Purpose2:12
In this short video, we'll discuss what a cash flow statement so you can identify its purpose in the finance world.
Cash Flow Statement - Understand Cash Flow Activities6:03
In this video, Learn Each section of the Cash Flow Statement, the Different types of activities, and Examples of Each.
Excel Video Lecture - Learn How a Cash Flow Statement is Created15:24
Utilize Excel to help create a Cash Flow Statement and apply your knowledge from the Power Points.
Practice - Create your own Cash Flow Statement0:11
Practice Creating a Cash Flow Statement from Scratch! The Lesson is in Excel format so you can familiarize yourself with creating a Cash Flow Statement.
*Download to Work in Excel or Open with Google Sheets*
Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of the Cash Flow Statement3:00
Five Questions and Answers Challenging your Knowledge of the Cash Flow Statement

Financial Ratios - Understand the Purpose of Financial Ratios1:57
In this video, I introduce you to financial ratios and the different types we’ll cover.
Liquidity Ratios - Learn to Interpret Financial Statements Using Liquidity4:48
In this video, we cover liquidity ratios, how to calculate them and practice with multiple examples.
Solvency Ratios - Learn to Interpret Financial Statements Using Solvency5:11
In this video, we cover solvency ratios, how to calculate them and we'll practice with multiple examples.
Profitability Ratios - Interpret Financial Statements Through Profitability4:53
In this video, we cover profitability ratios, how to calculate them and practice with multiple examples.
Activity Ratios - Learn to Measure a Company's Efficiency6:52
In this video, we cover Activity ratios, how to calculate them and practice with multiple examples.

Introduction to the Case Study1:35
Introduction to the Case Study
Connecting the Statements Together9:50
In this Video, we analyze Yahoo Finance to see exactly how the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement connect together.
Analyze Financial Statements through Liquidity Ratios6:57
In this Video, we look at a real world company and see how they measure using liquidity ratios.
Analyze Financial Statements through Solvency Ratios10:32
Analyze Financial Statements through Profitability Ratios8:04

Requirements

Nothing! If you're new to Accounting, this is the Course for You :)

Description

Updated: May 26, 2016 from Austin, TX

What is this Course about?

Through engaging power point lectures and practical excel exercises, you will learn how to read financial statements more effectively. Explore the power of accounting and how it can impact your career.

I structured this course for you. Throughout my years of teaching, my students complain that most professors just don't teach with the student in mind. They have the accounting expertise but can't properly convey the material in easily understood terms. That's where I come in. I will teach you the essentials of accounting. No fluff. I use fun analogies to help break down tricky accounting concepts into bite sized, manageable material.

This course covers the importance of accounting principles and allows professionals to become more proficient at reading, understanding and interpreting financial statements.

Beginning with accounting basics, we will explore the importance of communication and purpose of financial statements. From there, you will learn how to Create an Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement in excel. Then I will introduce you to financial ratios and how they are used to interpret those tricky numbers on the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement. Wrapping up, we will explore a real world company using Yahoo Finance so you can learn exactly how each statement connects together.

This is a wonderful course for anyone wanting to learn the basics of accounting and how to read financial statements.

What Materials are Included in this Course?

Multiple Quizzes to Test your Knowledge
Engaging Video Lectures
Useful Excel Practice Examples

Questions this Course Answers?

How to Read Financial Statements?
What is Accounting?
How to Invest Smarter?
How to Use Financial Ratios to Assess Company’s Financial Health?

My Promise to You

In all honestly, I love to teach. All Feedback, Encouragement, Criticism is Welcome. My goal is to do everything in my power to improve this course for my Students. Your Education is Top Priority to Me. I love questions because I believe that is the true way to learn. Looking forward to hearing from you! Be on the lookout for future Accounting Courses :)

Who this course is for:

Small Business Owners Wanting to Enhance their Accounting Expertise
Students Wanting to Understand Financial Statements better
Employees looking to better Understand Financial Reports in the workplace
Entrepreneurs Looking to Create a Better Business Plan
Investors eager to interpret financial statements to invest smarter
Anyone who wants to learn the basics of Accounting!

Financial Statements: Learn Accounting. Unlock the Numbers.

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Course content

Introduction to the Basics of Accounting3 lectures • 10min

Income Statement: Create an Income Statement and Calculate Net Income8 lectures • 53min

Balance Sheet - Read the Balance Sheet and Understand Accounting Principles7 lectures • 37min

Cash Flow Statement - Understand the Flow of Cash and Cash Activities5 lectures • 27min

Utilizing Financial Ratios - Evaluate a Company's Financial Performance5 lectures • 24min

Real World Case Study - Examine a Real Company Through Financial Ratios5 lectures • 37min

Completion of Course + Bonus!2 lectures • 1min

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