Course Summary
This course builds on the basics of financial accounting, delving deeper into the principles and concepts of accounting. Topics covered include revenue recognition, inventory, long-term assets, and liabilities.Key Learning Points
- Learn advanced financial accounting principles from industry experts.
- Understand the nuances of revenue recognition, inventory, and long-term assets and liabilities.
- Gain practical skills that can be applied in real-world scenarios.
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $64,000
- India: ₹5,00,000
- Spain: €35,000
- USA: $64,000
- India: ₹5,00,000
- Spain: €35,000
- USA: $75,000
- India: ₹7,00,000
- Spain: €45,000
- USA: $64,000
- India: ₹5,00,000
- Spain: €35,000
- USA: $75,000
- India: ₹7,00,000
- Spain: €45,000
- USA: $110,000
- India: ₹12,00,000
- Spain: €70,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand advanced financial accounting principles
- Develop practical skills for real-world application
- Master the nuances of revenue recognition, inventory, and long-term assets and liabilities
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of financial accounting concepts
- Basic understanding of financial statements
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
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- Financial Accounting Fundamentals
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- Financial Statements
Related Education Paths
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Description
In this course, you will explore advanced topics in financial accounting. You will start your journey with accounting for assets with more than one-year life. You will learn in detail how firms account for fixed assets. You will then move to financing of assets and discuss accounting for liabilities. The course will continue with an in-depth exploration of shareholders’ equity. Finally, you will critically evaluate preparation, components, and analysis of cash flows statement.
Outline
- Course Orientation
- Meet Professor Urcan
- Learn on Your Terms
- Syllabus
- About the Discussion Forums
- Glossary
- Learn More About Flexible Learning Paths
- Updating Your Profile
- Orientation Quiz
- Module 1: Long-Term Assets
- M1L1V1: Overview and Asset Recognition Criteria
- M1L2V1: Fixed Assets
- M1L3V1: Disposal of Fixed Assets
- M1L4V1: Gross vs. Net PPE
- M1L5V1: Accounting for Asset Impairments
- M1L6V1: Walmart Assets
- Module 1 Case Video
- Explore the iMBA! (optional)
- Module 1 Overview
- Module 1 Readings
- Module 1 Example Case Questions
- Module 1 Example Case Solutions
- Additional Resources
- M1L1 Quiz
- M1L2 Quiz
- M1L3 Quiz
- M1L4 Quiz
- M1L5 Quiz
- M1L6 Quiz
- Module 1 Quiz
- Module 2: Liabilities
- M2L1V1: Overview and Liability Recognition Criteria
- M2L2V1: Short-Term Liabilities
- M2L3V1: Long-Term Liabilities
- Time Value of Money
- M2L4V1: Appendix 1: Special Liabilities
- M2L5V1: Appendix 2: Advanced Issues in Bonds
- M2L6V1: Appendix 3: Leases
- Module 2 Case Video
- Module 2 Overview
- Module 2 Readings
- Module 2 Example Case Questions
- Module 2 Example Case Solutions
- M2L1 Practice Quiz
- M2L2 Practice Quiz
- M2L3 Practice Quiz
- Module 2 Quiz
- Module 3: Shareholders’ Equity
- M3L1V1: Shareholders' Equity: Overview
- M3L2V1: Shareholders' Equity: Equity Issuance and Profitability
- M3L3V1: Shareholders' Equity: Distributions
- M3L4V1: Shareholders' Equity: Earnings per Share
- M3L5V1: Appendix 1: Advanced Issues in Shareholders' Equity
- Module 3 Case Video
- Module 3 Overview
- Module 3 Readings
- Module 3 Example Case Questions
- Module 3 Example Case Solutions
- Additional Resources
- M3L1: Practice Quiz
- M3L2: Practice Quiz
- M3L3: Practice Quiz
- M3L4: Practice Quiz
- Module 3 Quiz
- Module 4: Cash Flows Statement
- M4L1V1: Cash Flows Statement: Overview
- M4L2V1: Cash Flows Statement: Preparation
- M4L3V1: Appendix 1: Direct Method of CFO
- Module 4 Case Video
- Gies Online Programs
- Module 4 Overview
- Module 4 Readings
- Module 4 Example Case Questions
- Module 4 Example Case Solutions
- Additional Resources
- Congratulations!
- Get Your Course Certificate
- M4L1: Practice Quiz
- M4L2: Practice Quiz
- Module 4: Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the advanced concepts of financial accounting with this Coursera course. Students have praised the course for its engaging content and knowledgeable instructors. Many have found the course helpful in improving their understanding of accounting principles.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging contentPros from User Reviews
- Knowledgeable instructors
- Helpful in improving understanding of accounting principles
- Good for beginners and intermediate learners
- Clear explanations of complex concepts
Cons from User Reviews
- Lack of interactive exercises
- Some sections can be too technical
- Limited feedback from instructors
Oktay Urcan
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