Fin Ess online 1-Accounting Fundamentals

Course description

This module will outline the importance of understanding accounting principles in relation to financial reporting.

We also do a deep dive into basic accounting principles, common financial reports you may come across as a director, and an explanation of each.

Finally, we explore the importance of understanding common financial terminology and language, so effective directors can identify problems and ask the right questions.

This is the first of five modules that form the Finance Essentials online module series. Purchase the whole series

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Duration

One to two hours

Available for six months

Content covered

• To know and understand the basic accounting principles followed when preparing financial statements.
• To be able to identify and recognise the types of financial reports, a director may receive.
• To understand the difference and purpose between the various financial reports a director may receive.

Additional information

Pay by credit card when you register for the online module. We accept all major credit cards.

We will send you a username and password for the module to the email address you give when you register.

These modules can be completed using Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari internet browsers on a desktop computer, tablet or other mobile smart devices. Internet Explorer is not supported.

Who should attend

• New and aspiring directors embarking on a governance career
• More experience directors improving their finance skills.
• Senior executives who want to work with their boards more effectively