Financial Performance & Short-Term Planning

Overview

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Learn to evaluate a firm's financial health and forecast its future performance by mastering key analytical tools. This course explores the use and limitations of financial ratio analysis and teaches you how to construct cash budgets and utilize forecasting techniques for effective planning. By the end of this course, you will be able to diagnose a company’s current financial standing and apply key techniques for financial forecasting and planning.

Syllabus

Financial Performance & Short-Term Planning

This course explores the purpose of financial analysis, helping you evaluate a company's performance. We will examine key measurements, the limitations of financial ratio analysis, and financial forecasting techniques. Additionally, you'll learn about the limitations of the percent of sales forecasting method and how to construct and use a cash budget for effective financial planning.