Understanding Financial Statements and Ratio Analysis

Turn numbers into insight! Decode income statements, balance sheets, and cash flows — then use ratios to evaluate profitability, liquidity, and business performance.

Course Fee:

R250

Publisher:
LearnHUB, Regent Business School
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Duration

1 - 2 Hours or Self-Paced

Course Mode

Fully Online

Course Format

Interactive & Video Based Learning

"The Understanding Financial Statements and Ratio Analysis course was an excellent learning experience that provided me with a solid understanding of financial recordkeeping. The course broke down complex concepts into easy-to-follow lessons, covering everything from posting journal entries to reconciling accounts and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. The hands-on exercises and real-world examples made learning practical and engaging. I now feel much more confident in managing financial data and maintaining accurate ledgers. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to strengthen their accounting skills!"
Learning Outcomes:

By completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Get a solid grasp of what general ledgers are and why they matter in financial management.  
  • Learn how to record and post entries from different journals with confidence.
  • Handle cash transactions like receipts, payments, and allowances effectively.  
  • Build skills to prepare and interpret financial data for better decision-making.  

Meet our Expert Instructors

This course was crafted by our dedicated full-time lecturers. With extensive experience in both professional practice and education, our instructors excel at cultivating talent and maximising student potential.

Hasan Evans

Hub Manager, Regent Enterprise Development Hub | Lecturer

Hasan Evans is the Hub Manager at Regent Enterprise Development Hub, where he fosters innovation and entrepreneurial growth by supporting students and startups in their journey toward business success. With a robust academic foundation, Hasan also lectures in Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Statistics, and Financial Management.
His expertise bridges theory and practice, empowering learners with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate complex financial landscapes and make data-driven decisions. Hasan is dedicated to cultivating a new generation of business leaders equipped to excel in a competitive and evolving global economy.

Certificate of Completion

At LearnHUB, we believe in recognising your achievements every step of the way.

That’s why you will achieve a certificate for every course that you successfully complete.

Skill Set Development

  • General Ledger Management
  • Posting Journal Entries
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Data Organization
  • Error Detection and Correction
  • Adjusting and Closing Entries
  • Trial Balance Preparation
  • Compliance with Accounting Standards
  • Financial Reporting and Analysis
  • Internal Controls and Accuracy Maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

In the Understanding Financial Statements and Ratio Analysis course, you’ll gain the skills to interpret financial data and assess business performance using key ratios. The course covers income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and various financial ratios such as liquidity, profitability, and solvency. You’ll learn how to draw insights for decision-making. By the end, you’ll confidently analyse financial reports and evaluate organisational performance.

No specific prerequisites are required. This course is designed for individuals with no prior accounting experience who wish to gain a foundational understanding of accounting concepts. A general familiarity with basic math will be helpful but is not mandatory.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Certificate of Completion in General Ledgers. This certification can enhance your resume by demonstrating your understanding of accounting concepts, which is valuable for roles in business management, finance, and administration.

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