Course Curriculum

Welcome to the Course! Get the Overview of What You’ll Learn 00:04:00
What is a 10-K? 00:07:00
Evaluating Profitability by Analyzing the Income Statement 00:19:00
Evaluating Operations: Tying Operating Metrics to Financial Results 00:07:00
Evaluating Financial Strength: Balance Sheet Analysis 00:14:00
Evaluating Cash Flow Generation 00:09:00
Performing Investment Analysis 00:15:00
Assignment – Financial Analysis : Finance Reports 00:00:00
Obtain Your Certificate 00:00:00

Overview

Financial Analysis: Finance Reports helps people understand what’s really happening inside a business. Numbers alone don’t tell a story until someone knows how to read them properly. This skill helps managers, investors, and business owners make smarter decisions based on real evidence, not guesswork.

This course is designed for anyone who wants to understand finance reports with confidence, even without a background in accounting. You’ll learn how to read balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports. The course also shows you how to spot trends, compare performance over time, and understand what the numbers actually mean for a business. Whether you’re working in finance already or simply want to understand your company’s reports better, this training gives you the practical skills to analyse financial information clearly and confidently.

Learning Outcomes

  • Read and interpret key financial statements with confidence
  • Apply financial analysis techniques to assess business performance
  • Identify trends and patterns within company finance reports
  • Compare financial results across different time periods accurately
  • Understand what profit, loss, and cash flow figures really mean
  • Spot warning signs of financial risk within a business
  • Present clear insights drawn from financial analysis to support decisions

Assessment

Complete the Financial Analysis training at your own pace and take a multiple-choice assessment at the end. A mock test is available to help you prepare.

After successful completion, you will receive a free CPD-accredited PDF certificate. A hardcopy certificate is available for £9.99, with UK delivery at £10.

Course design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

  • Video lessons
  • Online study materials

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised certification and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hard Copy Certificate for £15.

Why study this course

Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.

The Financial Analysis : Finance Reports is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Financial Analysis Career Path

  • Junior Financial Analyst
    Support budgeting, variance analysis, and the preparation of financial reports for management and stakeholders.
    Salary: £28,000 – £38,000 per year
  • Financial Analyst
    Analyse financial data, prepare reports, forecast business performance, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
    Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 per year (average around £43,000–£50,000)
  • Senior Financial Analyst
    Lead complex financial modelling, detailed analysis, KPI reporting, and strategic financial support for senior management teams.
    Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 per year
  • Finance Manager / FP&A Manager
    Oversee financial planning and analysis, budgeting processes, performance reporting, and finance team management.
    Salary: £60,000 – £85,000 per year
  • Financial Controller
    Manage the full financial reporting cycle, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver accurate management accounts and financial analysis.
    Salary: £70,000 – £110,000 per year (higher in London)
  • Head of FP&A / Finance Director
    Provide strategic financial leadership, drive business planning initiatives, and deliver high-level financial insights to executives and board members.
    Salary: £90,000 – £160,000+ per year

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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