Course Details

Financial Reporting and Budgeting

Certification

KNUST Certificate signed by Vice Chancellor

Course Overview

This 2-day short course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of financial reporting and budgeting. The course will cover a range of topics, including the principles of financial accounting, financial statement analysis, and budgeting. Participants will learn how to prepare and analyze financial statements, as well as how to develop and manage budgets for organizations. By the end of the program, participants will have acquired the skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to effectively prepare and analyze financial statements, as well as develop and manage budgets in a variety of settings.

Content and Learning

This course will cover the following topic areas:

Unit 1: Introduction to Financial Reporting Unit 2: Financial Accounting Principles and Practices Unit 3: Financial Statement Analysis Unit 4: Budgeting Principles and Practices Unit 5: Developing and Managing Budgets Unit 6: Case studies and best practices Participants will gain knowledge and skills that can be applied in a variety of settings, including public and private sector organizations. This course is ideal for: • Finance and accounting professionals who want to enhance their skills in financial reporting and budgeting. • Business professionals who need to understand financial statements and budgets to make informed business decisions. • Government officials and policymakers who need to develop and manage budgets for public sector organizations. • Non-profit organizations and community leaders who want to develop and manage budgets to achieve their organizational goals. • Entrepreneurs who want to understand financial reporting and budgeting to manage their business finances effectively.

Admissions

This program is designed for professionals, practitioners, and decision-makers working in the field of finance, accounting, or related fields, as well as anyone interested in learning more about financial reporting and budgeting. The course is open to individuals with a background in finance, accounting, business, or related fields.

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