Course Summary
This course is the capstone of the Financial Management Specialization. In this project-based course, you will apply the skills acquired in the previous courses to analyze a real-world company's financial statements and make recommendations for future action.Key Learning Points
- Learn to analyze financial statements of real-world companies
- Apply financial management concepts to make recommendations for future action
- Work on a project to showcase your skills as a financial analyst
Related Topics for further study
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Financial Management
- Financial Planning
- Investment Analysis
- Corporate Finance
Learning Outcomes
- Ability to analyze financial statements of real-world companies
- Ability to apply financial management concepts to make recommendations for future action
- Ability to work on a project to showcase skills as a financial analyst
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Completion of Financial Management Specialization
- Working knowledge of Excel
Course Difficulty Level
AdvancedCourse Format
- Project-based
- Self-paced
- Online
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Corporate Finance
- Financial Markets
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
- Investor and Author of 'The Intelligent Investor'
Related Books
Description
The Financial Management capstone will provide a learning experience that integrates across all the courses within this specialization. You will analyze a situation taking the vantage point of a company and develop a financial management plan (for instance, a global company working in a specific geography chosen by students’ region or country of residence, or other consideration). You will design a deliverable to create value from the perspective of potential employers while achieving pedagogical and experiential goals.
Outline
- Module 1 - Welcome and Course Overview
- Welcome and Course Overview
- Meet Your Instructor
- Learn on Your Terms
- Syllabus
- About the Discussion Forums
- Getting to Know Your Classmates
- Learn More About Flexible Learning Paths
- Module 2 - Business Story Assignment
- Business Story Assignment
- Module 2 Overview
- Module 3 - An Acquisition Opportunity
- An Acquisition Opportunity
- Module 3 Overview
- Module 4 - Acquisition Assignment
- Acquisition Assignment
- Module 4 Overview
- Module 5 - Investment Options and Investment Assignment
- Investment Options
- Investment Assignment
- Module 5 Overview
- Module 6 - Course Reflection
- Gies Online Programs
- Module 6 Overview
- Congratulations!
- Get Your Course Certificate
Summary of User Reviews
The Financial Management Capstone course on Coursera has received high praise from reviewers. Many users have noted the course's comprehensive approach to financial management, allowing for a well-rounded education in the subject. One key aspect that users have found particularly good is the course's emphasis on real-world applications, providing practical knowledge that can be immediately applied in the workplace.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive approach to financial management
- Emphasis on real-world applications
- Practical knowledge can be immediately applied in the workplace
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- Excellent resources and materials provided
Cons from User Reviews
- Course can be challenging for beginners
- Some users found the course to be too time-consuming
- Limited interaction with instructors
- Some users felt that the course lacked depth in certain areas
- No certificate of completion unless the paid version is purchased
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