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Course code: FI-FIN-102
Learn to interpret the main financial statements and connect the numbers to business questions. A practical introduction for business owners, managers and individual learners.
Financial statements tell the story of a business, if you know how to read them. This practical introduction walks you through the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statement, and shows how to connect the numbers to real business questions.
The income statement (profit and loss), the balance sheet and the cash flow statement. Together they show whether a business is profitable, what it owns and owes, and how cash moves.
Yes. It is a practical introduction for business owners, managers and individuals without an accounting background.
Profit shows whether income is higher than expenses over a period. Cash flow shows the actual money coming in and going out. A business can be profitable but still run short of cash, and the course explains why.
No. This course focuses on reading and understanding statements that have already been prepared. It does not cover bookkeeping or preparing accounts.
You will practise with sample statements in class, and you can apply the same steps to your own business afterwards.
You will be able to spot warning signs early, understand your margins and cash position, and have more informed conversations with your accountant, bank or investors.
Yes. Managers, team leads and individuals who want to understand company reports, or check a business before investing in or joining it, will also find it useful.
Key figures such as revenue, gross profit, net profit, current assets and liabilities, and operating cash flow, plus simple ratios such as profit margin and the current ratio.
No. It is an educational course. For advice on your specific situation, please consult a qualified accountant or financial adviser.
Reading Financial Statements teaches you how to read the three main statements. Financial Health for Business Owners uses those numbers to manage cash flow, costs and reserves day to day.
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Build confidence in understanding profit, cash flow and business performance. Explore financial statements, pricing and break-even through practical business examples.
Explore tax-planning concepts, record preparation and questions to discuss with a qualified adviser. This course does not provide personalised tax advice.
A practical finance course for people in banking, insurance and financial services. Learn to read financial statements, use key ratios and explain risk, return and common financial products with confidence.