This advanced training covers a wide range of corporate financial analysis topics through structured modules that combine theoretical depth with practical application:

Introduction to Corporate Financial Reporting

Purpose and importance of financial statements
Overview of corporate accounting and reporting frameworks
Relationship between income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement

Analyzing the Income Statement

Revenue streams, cost of goods sold, gross and operating margins
Operating vs. non-operating income and expense recognition
Common-size analysis and trends in profitability

Interpreting the Balance Sheet

Assets classification and valuation
Liabilities, equity structure, and financial leverage
Working capital analysis and capital structure review

Understanding the Cash Flow Statement

Differentiating operating, investing, and financing cash flows
Assessing cash generation capabilities
Free cash flow calculation and interpretation

Financial Ratios and KPI Analysis

Profitability ratios: ROA, ROE, gross margin, net profit margin
Liquidity ratios: current ratio, quick ratio
Solvency and leverage ratios: debt-to-equity, interest coverage
Efficiency ratios: asset turnover, inventory turnover, receivables turnover

Trend and Comparative Analysis

Horizontal and vertical analysis methods
Year-over-year performance review
Industry benchmarking and peer comparison

Red Flags and Risk Indicators in Financial Reports

Identifying aggressive accounting practices
Signs of distress: declining margins, negative cash flows, rising debt
Non-recurring items and hidden liabilities

Strategic Use of Financial Data

Supporting investment decisions and valuations
Forecasting and budgeting using historical financial trends
Linking financial analysis to corporate KPIs and business planning

Real-Life Case Studies and Group Exercises

Dissecting financial reports from real corporations
Performing diagnostic analysis and presenting findings
Team-based problem solving using current data

Participants will leave the course equipped to interpret financial statements at a corporate level and provide meaningful analysis that supports investment, strategic, and operational decisions. With a clear grasp of how to transform raw financial data into actionable insight, graduates of this program will add value to any organization or financial role they occupy.

Corporate Financial Statement Analysis Training Course in Paris

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