Corporate Finance #1 Introduction & Financial Statements

Navigating the Intersection of Finance, Accounting, and Economics for Effective Corporate Decision-Making

Created by: Robert (Bob) Steele
CPA, CGMA, M.S. Tax, CPI

What Will I Learn?

• Recognize and differentiate the key concepts and relationships between finance, accounting, and economics in the context of corporate decision-making.
• Evaluate the significance of financial statements and their role as primary tools in corporate finance, interpreting and analyzing financial statements.
• Apply forecasting techniques to utilize financial statement data and make informed predictions about future performance in corporate finance scenarios.
• Discuss the various forms of business organizations and their implications for corporate finance, including considerations of ownership, liability, and taxation
• Analyze economic conditions and factors impacting the decision-making process in corporate finance, incorporating economic estimates and assessments.
• Utilize Excel worksheets to solve practice problems in corporate finance, applying appropriate formulas and functions to perform calculations.
• Create financial projections and perform scenario analysis to support decision-making processes in corporate finance, considering various possible outcomes.
• Communicate effectively about corporate finance concepts and analyses, presenting findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Access to a computer or laptop with internet connectivity to access the course materials and complete assignments.
• Eagerness to learn and apply corporate finance concepts in real-world scenarios.
• Openness to hands-on practice and willingness to solve practice problems using Excel worksheets.
• An inquisitive mindset and a desire to explore and understand the intersections between finance, accounting, and economics.

Target audience

• Professionals working in the field of finance, accounting, or related disciplines who want to deepen their understanding of corporate finance concepts and enhance their decision-making skills.
• Business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to improve their financial management skills and make informed financial decisions for their organizations.
• Finance and accounting students at the undergraduate or graduate level who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of corporate finance principles and their practical application.
• Managers and executives involved in financial decision-making processes within their organizations, aiming to broaden their financial literacy and analytical capabilities.
• Professionals in non-finance roles who interact with finance and accounting teams and want to develop a better understanding of corporate finance concepts.
• Anyone with a general interest in finance and a desire to learn about the principles and practices of corporate finance.