FIN 447: Financial Statements Analysis

The course provides the fundamental skills managers need to analyze financial statements in making non-routine decisions, as well as in discharging their day-to-day operating respobnsibilities. Students will learn how to interpret and analyze balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, with an emphasis on assessing profitability, liquidity, solvency, and operating efficiency. The course also covers the use of finacial ratios, trend analysis, and benchmarking against industry standards. Students will develop the analytical skills needed to make informed decisions in investment, credit, and strategic business contexts.