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Introduction to Finance: The Basics
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 19 hours
  • Course by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Offered by

About

In the Introduction to Finance I: The Basics course, you will be introduced to the basic concepts needed to understand the financial manager’s decision-making process. To achieve that, you will learn about the basic forms a business can take and the goal of the financial manager. You will also learn the fundamentals of financial statements and how to measure a company’s financial health using financial ratios. In addition, you will explore how to allocate capital across time to create value. After learning the course, you should be familiar with major topics in modern finance and communicate with others within and outside of the business world. With a deep understanding of the financial side of the business, you will be in a better position to make informed decisions and plan for the financial future.

Modules

About the Course

    • 3 Videos
    • 6 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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3 Videos

  • Welcome to Introduction to Finance: The Basics
  • Instructor Bio
  • Learn on Your Terms

6 Readings

  • Syllabus
  • Formula Sheet
  • Glossary
  • Brand Description
  • About the Discussion Forums
  • Online Education at Gies College of Business

1 Quiz

  • Orientation Quiz

About Your Classmates

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Getting to Know Your Classmates

1 Readings

  • Updating Your Profile

Module 1 Information

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Module 1 Overview
  • Module 1 Readings

Lesson 1-1 Module 1 Overview

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 1-1 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 1-1.1. Module 1 Overview

Lesson 1-2 Three Legal Forms to Organize Firms

    • 5 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 1-2 Practice Quiz

5 Videos

  • 1-2.1. Introduction of the Three Legal Forms to Organize Firms
  • 1-2.2. The Sole Proprietorship
  • 1-2.3. The Partnership
  • 1-2.4. The Corporation
  • 1-2.5. The Hybrid Form

Lesson 1-3 The Goal of Financial Management

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 1-3 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 1-3.1. The Goal of Financial Management

Lesson 1-4 The Corporate Governance

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 1-4 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 1-4.1. The Corporate Governance

Lesson 1-5 The Agency Problem

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 1-5 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 1-5.1. The Agency Problem

Module 1 Wrap Up

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Module 1 Wrap Up

Module 1 Graded Activities

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Introduction to Finance Quiz

Module 2 Information

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Module 2 Overview
  • Module 2 Readings

Lesson 2-1 Module 2 Overview

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2-1 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 2-1.1. Module 2 Overview

Lesson 2-2 Financials

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2-2 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 2-2.1. Financials

Lesson 2-3 Balance Sheet

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2-3 Practice Quiz

3 Videos

  • 2-3.1. Balance Sheet: Introduction
  • 2-3.2. Balance Sheet: Fiscal Year
  • 2-3.3. Balance Sheet: Other Topics

Lesson 2-4 Income Statement

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2-4 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 2-4.1. Income Statement

Lesson 2-5 Cash Flow of the Firm

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2-5 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • 2-5.1. Statement of Cash Flow

Lesson 2-6 Module 2 Wrap Up

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Lesson 2-6 Practice Quiz

1 Videos

  • Lesson 2-6.1. Module 2 Wrap Up

Module 2 Graded Activities

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Financial Statements and Cash Flow Quiz

Module 3 Information

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Module 3 Overview
  • Module 3 Readings

Lesson 3-1 Module 3 Overview

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • 3-1.1. Module 3 Overview

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3-1 Practice Quiz

Lesson 3-2 Standardized Statements

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • 3-2.1. Standardized Statements

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3-2 Practice Quiz

Lesson 3-3 Financial Ratios

    • 6 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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6 Videos

  • 3-3.1. Financial Ratios: Introduction
  • 3-3.2. Financial Ratios: Liquidity Ratios
  • 3-3.3. Financial Ratios: Leverage Ratios
  • 3-3.4. Financial Ratios: Turnover Ratios
  • 3-3.5. Financial Ratios: Profitability Ratios
  • 3-3.6. Financial Ratios: Market Value Ratios

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3-3 Practice Quiz

Lesson 3-4 Financial Planning

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • 3-4.1. Financial Forecasting

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3-4 Practice Quiz

Module 3 Wrap Up

    • 1 Videos
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1 Videos

  • Module 3 Wrap Up

Module 3 Graded Activities

    • 1 Quiz
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Module 3 Peer Review Assignment

1 Quiz

  • Financial Statements Analysis Quiz

Module 4 Information

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Module 4 Overview
  • Module 4 Readings

Lesson 4-1 Module 4 Overview

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • 4-1.1. Module 4 Overview

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 4-1 Practice Quiz

Lesson 4-2 Present Value and Future Value

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • 4-2.1. Present Value and Future Value

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 4-2 Practice Quiz

Lesson 4-3 Net Present Value

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • 4-3.1. Net Present Value
  • 4-3.2. APR and EAR

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 4-3 Practice Quiz

Lesson 4-4 Perpetuity and Annuity

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • 4-4.1. Perpetuity
  • 4-4.2. Annuity

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 4-4 Practice Quiz

Lesson 4-5 Module 4 Wrap Up

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • 4-5.1. Module 4 Wrap Up

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 4-5 Practice Quiz

Module 4 Graded Activities

    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Time Value of Money Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Module 4 Peer Review Assignment

2 Readings

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"Introduction to Finance: The Basics," offered by Coursera, provides foundational knowledge in financial management, including business structures, financial statements, and capital allocation. Ideal for beginners in Business & Management, this 1140-minute course empowers learners to make informed financial decisions. Available through a Starter subscription, it’s perfect for those looking to enhance their financial literacy and communication skills in a business context.

Xi Yang
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Xi Yang