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Finances

Finances

This course is part of Foundations of Business Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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3 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze financial statements and key accounting principles to assess a company's fiscal health and performance.
Evaluate the role of financial institutions and central banking systems in shaping the domestic and global economies.

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There is 1 module in this course

Understand how businesses generate wealth for stakeholders and create community opportunities by navigating the complex world of banking and finance. This course explores the pivotal role of accounting in everything from securing loans and managing payroll to making ethical financial decisions within a global economy. By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze how businesses interact with the financial system and evaluate the accounting practices that ensure both success and integrity.

Businesses play a crucial role in generating wealth for stakeholders and creating opportunities for local communities. To achieve these objectives effectively, businesses must navigate the complex realm of banking and finance. This involves accessing loans, managing savings, and conducting various transactions, ranging from employee payroll to equipment purchases. In this course, we will explore the pivotal roles of accountants and accounting within a business and examine how businesses interact with the financial system in the United States. Additionally, we will delve into the ethical considerations of accounting practices and address the unique financial challenges that arise in a global economy.

What's included

1 video2 assignments3 app items4 plugins

1 videoTotal 2 minutes

Budgets2 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded Quiz30 minutes
Practice Quiz30 minutes

3 app itemsTotal 110 minutes

Reading: Accounting pp. 482-493A25 minutes
Reading: Financial Practices pp. 493B-510A35 minutes
Reading: Understanding Money and the Role of Banking pp. 520-546A50 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Interactive: Key Roles in Accounting5 minutes
Interactive: AICPA’s Code of Professional Conduct5 minutes
Interactive: Types of US Financial Institutions5 minutes
Interactive: World Bank vs. IMF5 minutes

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Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

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