Financial Analysis

Sharpen your financial lens with balance sheet, income and inventory insights. Gain clarity in numbers and confidence in decisions.

Overview

This course cuts straight to the numbers, offering a structured breakdown of financial statements without the fluff. You’ll examine assets, liabilities and long-term obligations from the balance sheet to get a cleaner view of a company’s financial position. Each module focuses on one financial component—keeping things direct, digestible and worth your time.

We also dive into income statement assessment and inventory cost flow assumptions, giving you an analytical edge. Whether you’re brushing up or building confidence in financial analysis, this course helps you speak the language of finance with sharper insight. It’s built for thinkers, planners and anyone who likes their numbers explained clearly, not mystified.

Learning Outcomes

• Read and interpret asset data from balance sheets effectively.
• Identify and understand key liability and debt obligations clearly.
• Evaluate long-term financial commitments using core planning techniques.
• Analyse profitability through detailed income statement review.
• Distinguish sections of income for better financial interpretation.
• Compare inventory valuation methods to understand cost assumptions.

Who is this Course For

• Individuals interested in understanding company financial statements thoroughly.
• Finance students aiming to sharpen their financial reporting knowledge.
• Managers needing insight into financial data for better decisions.
• Business owners reviewing their company’s financial health and plans.
• Accountants looking to revisit core analysis techniques with clarity.
• Entrepreneurs checking profitability through structured financial review.
• Admin professionals responsible for reviewing financial documentation.
• Investors interpreting company finances before making portfolio decisions.

Career Path

• Financial Analyst – £45,000 per year
• Management Accountant – £42,000 per year
• Corporate Treasurer – £55,000 per year
• Business Analyst (Finance) – £48,000 per year
• Investment Associate – £50,000 per year
• Finance Officer – £38,000 per year