ECO 504LEC - Fin Analysis & Reporting

The primary objective of this course is to provide an understanding of the concepts and procedures underlying financial statements and other accounting reports, by analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. The goals are: (1) to develop your ability to work with financial data, (2) to develop your ability to turn financial and operating data into useful information, (3) to develop an appreciation for the variety of accounting models and their uses, and (4) to develop skill in the use of Excel in performing financial analyses. Emphasis is on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparation of financial statements.

Credits: 3