Diploma in Financial Analysis

Master financial analysis with a sharp focus on assets, liabilities, profit and inventory—all online, with zero unnecessary fluff.

Overview
The Diploma in Financial Analysis is designed for those who want to speak the language of balance sheets, profit margins, and cash flows without needing a calculator app to understand what’s going on. This course goes straight to the numbers that matter—assets, liabilities, long-term obligations, and how they all translate into profit or loss. No drawn-out lectures or motivational mantras—just clear, structured insights into financial statements.

Whether you're aiming to boost your CV or decode those intimidating annual reports with confidence, this course has you covered. We avoid hype and stick to substance—covering key accounting sections, inventory costing methods, and financial statement evaluation in a digestible format. If you've ever nodded at a spreadsheet without knowing why, this course is your way to finally mean it.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify major asset categories on a balance sheet effectively.
• Assess liability structures and short- vs long-term debt differences.
• Understand long-term financial obligations and capital planning basics.
• Interpret income statement components to measure profit and loss.
• Evaluate cost flow assumptions and their effect on financial outcomes.
• Analyse financial statements for patterns and informed decision-making.

Course Curriculum:

• Module 1 – Assessing the Balance Sheet’s Asset Section
• Module 2 – Digging for Debt in the Liabilities Section
• Module 3 – Planning Ahead for Long-Term Obligations
• Module 4 – Assessing the Income Statement for Profit or Loss
• Module 5 – Examining Income Statement Sections
• Module 6 – Evaluating Inventory Cost Flow Assumptions

Who is this Course For:

• Individuals looking to understand company financial statements better.
• Professionals aiming to brush up on financial analysis foundations.
• Business owners monitoring financial health and performance closely.
• Accounting students wanting a structured financial overview course.
• Jobseekers pursuing entry-level roles in finance or analysis.
• Freelancers handling their own financial reporting and planning.
• Entrepreneurs making data-driven financial decisions confidently.
• Finance-curious learners exploring accounting without fluff.

Career Path (UK Average Salaries):

• Junior Financial Analyst – £28,000 per year
• Accounts Assistant – £25,000 per year
• Cost Analyst – £35,000 per year
• Management Accountant – £42,000 per year
• Inventory Analyst – £31,000 per year
• Finance Administrator – £26,000 per year