The Program Structure
This online course consists of eight asynchronous modules with two live synchronous sessions. The combination of the online platform, discussion groups and interactive live sessions fosters a dynamic learning environment.
Module 1: Principles of accounting building blocks
- Understand the content and purpose of the income statement and balance sheet
- Apply accounting principles: revenue recognition
Module 2: Understanding key measurement problems in a business
- Cash vs profits Accruals accounting
- Recognize the impact of judgment and bias on financial statements and accounting practices
Module 3: Building a framework of financial analysis
- Understand the building blocks of financial analysis
- Explore the three pillars of value creation and how to achieve them
- Apply your knowledge to identify companies by reviewing their financial statement
Module 4: Making capital allocation decisions
- Discuss capital allocation and the use of free cash flow: NPV and IRR
- Understand economic value added
- Analyze the various options companies have for investing their cash through reinvestment or distribution
- Live session
Module 5: Cost of capital
- Risk and beta
- Cost of debt and equity capital; Weighted average cost of capital
Module 6: Valuation
- Understand present value
- Determine how the future affects value today
Module 7: Credit analysis
- Understanding defaults
- Determine your creditworthiness
Module 8: Introduction to capital markets
- Build a strong understanding of the players in the financial services industry and the roles they each play
- Contemplate the financial system, its flaws, and potential solutions
- Live session
Time Commitment
Duration: 6 weeks
Weekly Coursework: 5-7 hours/week
Format: Asynchronous & Synchronous sessions
Badge: Earn a digital social media-friendly badge upon successful completion of the Analytical Thinking program
Program Certification
This course is part of the Accelerated Management Development Certificate Program. This six-month program helps you strengthen your business acumen, broaden your management capabilities, and gain actionable tools to advance your career. This fully online and customizable program will help you achieve a managerial mindset through an integrated exploration of business functions and strategy. Earn a digital certificate upon completion of the full online Accelerated Management Development Certificate Program. For more information on this new online program click here.