INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING (MODULE 3)
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This 1-day intensive course provides participants with a foundational understanding of financial accounting principles and external financial reporting. As Module 3 in a broader financial education series, it focuses on the structure, purpose, and interpretation of key financial statements. Participants will explore the accounting cycle, understand how transactions affect financial reports, and gain practical insights into the role of financial reporting in business decision-making. No prior accounting knowledge is required, making this module suitable for professionals from non-financial backgrounds who need to interpret and use financial information

• Understand the role and importance of financial accounting in business.

• Identify the key components and structure of the main financial statements such as income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flow

• Explain the basic accounting principles and concepts that guide financial reporting.
• Describe the accounting cycle and how transactions are recorded and summarized.
• Interpret financial reports to make informed business or management decisions.
• Recognize the regulatory and standard-setting environment for financial reporting

Session 1: Introduction to Financial Accounting

Session 2: Fundamental Accounting Principles and the Accounting Equation

Session 3: The Accounting Cycle

Session 4: Financial Statements Overview

Session 5: Reading and Interpreting Financial Reports

Session 6: Regulatory Framework and Standards

Session 1: Introduction to Financial Accounting

Session 2: Fundamental Accounting Principles and the Accounting Equation

Session 3: The Accounting Cycle

Session 4: Financial Statements Overview

Session 5: Reading and Interpreting Financial Reports

Session 6: Regulatory Framework and Standards