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Course Overview: Financial Statement Analysis
This course focuses on the analysis and interpretation of financial statements, a core area in Financial Accounting. The syllabus outlines the sequence of topics, key assessments, and important dates for students enrolled in the course.
Course Structure and Key Topics
Introduction: Overview of financial statement analysis, its importance, and applications in decision-making.
Income Statement: Understanding revenues, expenses, and net income. Analysis of profitability and performance.
Statement of Stockholders' Equity & Balance Sheet: Examination of changes in equity, assets, liabilities, and financial position at a point in time.
Balance Sheet: Detailed study of assets, liabilities, and equity. Assessment of liquidity and solvency.
Statement of Cash Flows: Analysis of cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities.
Analysis of Financial Statements: Techniques for evaluating financial health, including ratio analysis and trend analysis.
Assessment Structure
In Class Quizzes: Regular quizzes to reinforce understanding of each chapter.
Assignments: Two major assignments focusing on practical application of financial statement analysis (Assignment 1: 15%, Assignment 2: 20%).
Midterm Exam: Covers material from the first half of the course (25%).
Final Exam: Comprehensive assessment covering all course topics (25%).
Key Dates and Timeline
Date | Chapter Topic | Assessment/Assignment |
|---|---|---|
September 5, 2025 | Introduction | In Class Quiz |
September 12, 2025 | Income Statement | In Class Quiz |
September 19, 2025 | Income Statement | In Class Quiz |
September 26, 2025 | St. of Stockholders' Equity & Balance Sheet | In Class Quiz |
October 3, 2025 | Balance Sheet | In Class Quiz |
October 10, 2025 | Review and Overflow | Assignment 1 Due (15%) |
October 17, 2025 | MIDTERM EXAM | Midterm Exam (25%) |
October 24, 2025 | Reading Week | |
October 31, 2025 | Statement of Cash Flows | In Class Quiz |
November 7, 2025 | Analysis of Cash Flows | In Class Quiz |
November 14, 2025 | Analysis of Financial Statements | In Class Quiz |
November 21, 2025 | Analysis of Financial Statements | Assignment 2 Due (20%) |
November 28, 2025 | FINAL EXAM | Final Exam (25%) |
December 5, 2025 | ||
December 12, 2025 |
Important Notes
Assignment due dates are strictly enforced. Late submissions must be uploaded to the designated dropbox to avoid penalties.
Regular quizzes and assignments are designed to reinforce learning and prepare students for the midterm and final exams.
Additional info:
This syllabus provides a structured approach to mastering financial statement analysis, a key competency in financial accounting and business decision-making.
Students are encouraged to review each topic before class and complete all assessments on time for optimal learning outcomes.
