Welcome to “Financial Statements: The Balance Sheet,” a video lesson devoted to helping you accurately interpret a balance sheet. This lesson is the third of four in the “Financial Statements” video course, which is meant to help you analyze financial statements and develop an executive mindset about your organization’s finances. Throughout this lesson, you’ll discover what a balance sheet is and what information it includes, namely assets, liabilities, and shareholders’ equity. Plus, you’ll explore a sample balance sheet so you can read and understand one on your own in the future.
Overview
COURSE DIFFICULTY
COURSE DURATION
9m
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Understand the Structure and Components of a Balance Sheet
Analyze Financial Health Through Balance Sheet Metrics
Interpret Key Financial Ratios Derived from the Balance Sheet
Identify Common Mistakes in Balance Sheet Preparation
Finance Professionals, Accountants, Business Analysts, Students in Finance or Accounting Fields
Basic Understanding of Financial Statements, Familiarity with Accounting Principles
01. Introduction to the Balance Sheet
02. Key Components of a Balance Sheet
03. Understanding Assets, Liabilities, and Equity
04. Analyzing Financial Ratios Related to the Balance Sheet
05. Common Errors and Best Practices in Balance Sheet Reporting
SKILLS LEARNED
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Understand the Structure and Components of a Balance Sheet
Analyze Financial Health Through Balance Sheet Metrics
Interpret Key Financial Ratios Derived from the Balance Sheet
Identify Common Mistakes in Balance Sheet Preparation
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Finance Professionals, Accountants, Business Analysts, Students in Finance or Accounting Fields
PREREQUISITES
Basic Understanding of Financial Statements, Familiarity with Accounting Principles
COURSE OUTLINE
01. Introduction to the Balance Sheet
02. Key Components of a Balance Sheet
03. Understanding Assets, Liabilities, and Equity
04. Analyzing Financial Ratios Related to the Balance Sheet
05. Common Errors and Best Practices in Balance Sheet Reporting
