Foundations of Business: Financial Accounting

Issued by University of Maryland, College Park, Robert H. Smith School of Business

Accounting is often called the language of business. In this course, participants master this language and the ability to communicate fluently with investors, creditors, and regulators. The primary focus of Financial Accounting is the preparation, understanding, and analysis of financial statements – income statements, balance sheets, and the statement of cash flows.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Weeks
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Accounting
Accounting Ledgers
Accounting Principles
Accounting Records
Accounting Reporting
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow Management
Income Statements

Earning Criteria

Successful completion of this course requires the learner to pass knowledge checks at the end of each module and a cumulative assessment at the end of the course.