Financial Reporting & Analysis

This course is designed to immerse participants in the world of financial statement analysis and earnings quality and equip them with advanced analytical tools to assess a company's financial standing, risk exposure, and potential for sustainable growth. Emphasizing a practical approach, participants will develop skills in analyzing key performance and risk indicators within financial statements, providing insights into strategic decision-making and pricing. The curriculum explores nuanced aspects of earnings management techniques, enabling participants to identify and interpret financial data manipulation. The course also cultivates critical thinking, empowering participants to make informed judgments on the quality and integrity of financial reporting in diverse business scenarios. Overall, the program aims to deliver a rigorous yet practical understanding of financial statement analysis for effective decision support in a business context. The course would further deepen participants understanding of financial reporting standards, linking the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement. Participants will further explore revenue and expense recognition principles, specifically IFRS 15, and the impact of dilutive corporate actions on earnings per share (EPS). Various balance sheet reporting topics are covered, such as financial assets (IFRS 9), inventory valuation methods (comparing IFRS and US GAAP), and PP&E reporting. Practical examples and case studies will be utilized throughout the course to enhance the application of learned concepts in real-life case studies.