Why This Course?
A thorough understanding of the annual accounts is critical to decipher the true state of affairs, results, creditworthiness, and enterprise valuation. Gain insight into the most crucial reports in just 2 days.
The learning & outcome
1. Understand the Annual Report (Structure and Purpose)
- Introduction to annual reports: listed (regulated) vs. non-listed (flexible).
- Key sections: foreword/CEO review, financial statements, notes, audit report.
- Understand GAAP vs. IFRS and their impact on reporting.
- Identify data sources: company websites, legal websites, and stock exchange information.
2. Financial Analysis: Master Quantitative Analysis of Financial Data
- The profit and loss statement: Revenue, costs, profitability.
- Balance sheet: Assets, liabilities, equity.
- Cash flow statement: Operating, investing, and financing activities.
- Ratios: liquidity (current ratio), profitability (ROS), investors (ROE), efficiency (DSO, DPO, DIO).
3. Non-Financial: Qualitative Analysis Influencing Performance
- Business model, strategy, and market position.
- Risk factors: legislation, environment, operational.
- Governance and sustainability (ESG).
- Management perspective on growth and external insights (news, social media).
4. Conclusion and Recommendations
- Financial Analyst: Trends, forecasts.
- CFO/Credit Manager: Liquidity, creditworthiness (DSO, cash flow).
- Investor/Shareholder: ROI, growth potential.
- Supplier/Customer: Payment reliability, and stability.
- SWOT analysis, benchmarking, and scenarios (short vs. long term).
5. Presentation and Reporting: Communicate Findings Clearly and Effectively
- Structure reports with key figures and visuals (e.g., profit trends).
- Tailor presentations: technical for analysts, simple for clients.
6. Case Study: Practical Learning with AI-Driven Research
- Objective: Apply skills using AI tools.
- Use AI for stakeholder insights and competitor comparison.
- Develop AI-supported recommendations and predictions.
Who is it for?
- Managers and Consultants: Seeking to develop strategic recommendations.
- Financial Analysts: Wanting to understand trends and forecasts for investment advice.
- CFOs and Credit Managers: Needing to manage liquidity, solvency, and credit risks.
- Investors and Shareholders: Assessing returns and growth potential.
- Suppliers and Customers: Looking for reliability and stability in business partners.
Learning Methodology: Residential and Online
The training is delivered through a blend of theory and concepts, combined with practical and interactive exercises and case studies. Practice-oriented learning and critical analysis are key themes in all our courses, ensuring participants can immediately apply the acquired knowledge and techniques in their workplace.
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