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What is Financial Analysis?

Financial Analysis sheds light on a company's performance using all the available financial data. Everything about finances is valuable information, and the ability to examine how the movement of money affects business operations. Financial analysts are often the backbone of a company. They use their knowledge to direct business decisions and create long term stability. Financial analysts use historical data to facilitate decision making and make projections about the future.

Learn More about Financial Analysis

Financial analysts are a critical part of business operations. Cash flow analysis allows a business to plan for the future, taking into account operating expenses and a company's past performance. The financial health of the company depends on an analyst understanding the money flow. Once you have a handle on the financial condition of a business, you can direct and promote healthy growth strategies and reflect on what worked in the past. Getting the proper training can bring these insights to life for your organization. Find what you need without ever leaving your home with edX.org.

Financial Analysis Courses and Certifications

EdX.org partners with leaders in the field to offer courses designed to give you the knowledge and experience you need to get started. IIMB provides a course on the fundamentals, Financial Accounting and Analysis, to help you get started. You'll learn about financial reports, trend analysis, and how to use various tools to predict future performance. For a broader perspective, USM's Financial Decision Making course, designed to help you use tools like your company's financial statements to make better business decisions and to understand your company's ability to be successful despite various challenges. Other options include Financial Market Analysis from IMF, a chance to examine the cost of goods, current liabilities, as well as horizontal analysis and vertical analysis of performance.

Build a Career in Financial Analysis

Balance sheets can reveal a lot about a company's health. Your income statements can help you uncover clues to your own financial health. Whether for personal use or corporate finance, a thorough understanding of financial statement analysis is vital to the health of yourself and your clients. Help build your organization's total assets and mitigate risk with the tools offered by edX and partners. You can build a career through your understanding of financial information and help businesses, organizations, and other entities build a stable, thriving future. Let edX give you the tools you need to succeed.