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£12

£12
On-Demand course
3 weeks
All levels
The Analysing Financial Data Course is designed to support learners who wish to interpret financial information with clarity and confidence in modern business settings. Focus remains on understanding financial statements, identifying patterns in numerical data, and evaluating financial performance to support informed decision-making. Key concepts such as revenue trends, cost behaviour, profitability indicators, and financial ratios are explored in a clear and structured manner, allowing learners to build strong analytical awareness. The course content is delivered entirely online, making it suitable for self-directed study without any requirement for physical attendance.
This course also introduces methods for organising, reviewing, and presenting financial data in a professional context. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, consistency, and logical interpretation, which are essential in finance-related roles across multiple industries. Designed to add value to personal development, the course supports those aiming to enhance their CV with relevant analytical knowledge. Whether used to support career growth or broaden financial understanding, the Analysing Financial Data Course offers a focused and accessible route to strengthening financial insight through structured online learning.
This course will enable you to:
Understand the fundamentals and applications of financial analysis in business
Acquire how to obtain information from balance sheets and income statements
Know more about how to correctly translate cash flow data
Learn how to maximise financial growth expectations
Obtain the methods of analysing profitability and sales
Gain a thorough knowledge of the role of EBITDA in credit analysis
Learn to build Financial Analysis and Valuation Worksheets
Recognise the applications of Financial Ratio Analysis
Expert Support
Dedicated tutor support and 24/7 customer support are available to all students with this premium quality course.
Key Benefits
Learning materials of the Design course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort.
Get 24/7 access to all content for a full year.
Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
This Financial Analysis Course will provide you with the chance to obtain a certificate in financial analysis as well as acknowledgement for your newly acquired abilities. Moreover, this course can be completed from any location using an internet-enabled device and at your own speed. Sign up today and start guiding your company to financial success.
Curriculum
Section 1. Introduction
Financial Statement Analysis Objectives
Financial Analysis Methods in Brief
Ratio Analysis
Section-2. Profitability
Gross Profit Operating Margin Ratios
Net Profit Expense Control Ratios
Classroom Discussion for some other expenses
Use of Profitability Ratio to Understand Competitive advantage and Business Models
Section-3. Return Ratio
Return on Assets and Fixed Assets
Return on Capital Employed
Case Study Analysis of three telecom companies
Cautions for using return ratios on face value
Ratios which help to understand how efficiently assets are used
How do we measure the utilisation of assets not recorded in the Balance Sheet
Section-4. Liquidity Ratio
Liquidity Ratio to understand the Risk inherent in companies
Long-Term Liquidity Ratios
Section-5. Operational Analysis
Financial Analysis Measure meant to understand efficiency in other operations
Summarise - Ratios used for operational analysis
Dupont Analysis to understand opportunities in optimising return on equity
Section-6. Detecting Manipulation
Detecting Manipulation in accounts - Fake Sales
Detecting Manipulation - Wrong Depreciation and others
Pricing Decisions
How to make Capex Decisions
Meet the Endorsement
The Quality Licence Scheme has been designed specifically to recognise high-quality courses. This Financial Analysis course materials are recognised by Quality Licence Scheme (QLS). This ensures the deep research and quality resource allocation behind the development phase of the course. In addition, the QLS certificate enriches your CV and recognises your quality study on the relevant subject.
Course Assessment
To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
When all tests have been successfully passed, you will be able to order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Students
Recent graduates
Job Seekers
Anyone with an interest in this subject should read on
People who are already working in related sectors and wish to improve their knowledge and skills
This Financial Analysis course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Public finance accountant (£22,000 to £65,000) per annum
Finance officer (£20,000 to £34,000) per annum
Management accountant (£22,000 to £55,000) per annum
Credit manager (£24,000 to £50,000) per annum
Accounting technician (£17,000 to £34,000) per annum
Financial adviser (£20,000 to £30,000) per annum
Bank manager (£24,000 to £55,000) per annum
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - £9
Certificate of completion
Hard copy certificate - £79
QLS Endorsed Certificate
Hardcopy of this certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme can be ordered and received straight to your home by post, by paying -
Within the UK: £79
International: £79 + £10 (postal charge) = £89
CPD Certification Service Accredited Certification
Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25