Financial Statement Analysis BUSB-414

Introduction of Course

Using information from the financial statements to assess financial performance and financial leverage of a corporate. Introduction of key financial ratios which can be used in the assessment.

Course Objectives

The primary aim of Financial statement analysis is to provide students with an introduction to the process and function of financial reporting. Whilst a large proportion of the course is aimed at understanding financial statements as a process, taking a preparers‟ perspective, we will also seek to develop an understanding of the importance of the role of financial statements in today‟s society.