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Earnings Per Share and Cash Equivalents

EDUCBA via Coursera

Overview

Master earnings per share and cash reporting with practical accounting guidance. Learn how to calculate basic and diluted earnings per share and classify cash and cash equivalents accurately for financial reporting. This course provides a structured understanding of earnings per share and cash management concepts for learners seeking stronger accounting and financial reporting skills. You will learn how to calculate basic earnings per share, determine weighted average shares outstanding, evaluate simple and complex capital structures, assess dilution effects, and prepare diluted earnings per share calculations. The course also explains the principles used to classify cash and cash equivalents, helping learners evaluate liquidity and financial position with greater accuracy. Through practical examples and reporting scenarios, you will connect accounting concepts with real-world financial statement analysis. By the end of this course, you will be able to calculate earnings per share confidently, analyze the impact of dilution, classify cash-related items correctly, and apply these concepts in accounting, audit, finance, and financial reporting roles.

Syllabus

  • Mastering Earnings Per Share (ASC 260)
    • Develop a strong foundation in EPS by learning to calculate Basic EPS, apply weighted average shares, and evaluate simple capital structures under US GAAP.
  • Advanced EPS & Cash Essentials (ASC 260 & 305)
    • Analyze complex capital structures, compute Diluted EPS, and apply ASC 305 principles to accurately classify cash and cash equivalents for financial reporting.

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EDUCBA

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