Udemy – Corporate Finance: Financial Analysis and Decision-Making 2023-6

Apr 18, 2025 - 19:35

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Corporate Finance: Financial Analysis and Decision-Making, Welcome to our comprehensive online course on corporate finance and financial statement analysis. In this course, we will provide an in-depth exploration of the key concepts and tools used in corporate finance. We will start with an introduction to financial statements, covering the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. You will learn how to analyze these statements to assess a company’s financial performance and make informed decisions. Financial ratios will be a central focus of the course. We will delve into liquidity ratios, such as the current ratio and quick ratio, to evaluate a company’s short-term solvency. Profitability ratios, including return on equity and gross margin, will help you assess a company’s profitability. Additionally, we will explore leverage ratios, such as debt-to-equity ratio and interest coverage ratio, to gauge a company’s financial risk. Forecasting and budgeting are crucial skills in corporate finance.

You will learn techniques to create financial forecasts and budgets, enabling you to anticipate future financial outcomes and plan for growth. We will discuss methods such as trend analysis, regression analysis, and the use of financial models to make reliable projections. Leverage and break-even analysis will be covered extensively. You will understand the impact of debt and fixed costs on a company’s profitability and risk. We will calculate and interpret various leverage ratios, such as the debt ratio and equity multiplier, and explore break-even analysis to determine the level of sales needed to cover costs. Financing decisions are fundamental to corporate finance, and we will explore different sources of financing available to companies. You will learn about debt financing, equity financing, and the trade-offs between them. We will discuss the cost of capital and capital structure optimization to help you make optimal financing decisions. Effective management of current assets is vital for maintaining liquidity and operational efficiency. Topics covered include working capital management, cash flow analysis, inventory management, and accounts receivable management. You will gain practical insights into techniques for optimizing current assets to support the company’s financial health. Short-term financing options, such as bank loans, lines of credit, and trade credit, will be explored in detail. You will understand the benefits and risks associated with different short-term borrowing options and how to assess their suitability for a company’s financing needs.

What you’ll learn

Apply financial ratios (liquidity, profitability, efficiency) to assess the financial health of companies accurately.
Analyze financial statements using current ratio, quick ratio, and cash ratio to evaluate the company’s liquidity position.
Evaluate solvency by calculating debt ratio, debt-to-equity ratio, and interest coverage ratio for a comprehensive assessment.
Assess operational efficiency using inventory turnover, receivables turnover, and asset turnover ratios to identify areas of improvement.
Utilize forecasting and budgeting techniques to predict sales and cash flow accurately for effective financial planning.
Perform break-even analysis and analyze leverage to determine the profitability and risk of the company.
Evaluate financing decisions by considering optimal capital structure and its impact on the cost of capital.
Manage current assets, including cash, inventory, and receivables, to optimize operational efficiency.
Apply time value of money principles to calculate present and future values of cash flows for investment analysis.

Who this course is for

Accounting professionals seeking to enhance their financial analysis skills.
Business owners and managers who want to make informed decisions based on financial statements.
Finance professionals and analysts looking to deepen their understanding of corporate finance.
Students pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
Individuals interested in learning how to analyze financial statements and make informed investment decisions.