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Accounting Foundations

With Jim Stice and Kay Stice Liked by 5,284 users
Duration: 3h 1m Skill level: General Released: 5/27/2025

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In this course, accounting professors Earl Stice and Jim Stice dive into the fundamentals of accounting and its significance in both business and personal finance. Learn how to use financial reports like balance sheets, income statements, and statements of cash flows. Explore managerial accounting, including cost computations, break-even analysis, and performance evaluations. Understand the principles and practices of income tax accounting, including compliance and tax planning strategies to legally minimize tax burdens. Learn about the current trends in ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) reporting and the importance of ethical and transparent business practices. Solidify your learning through practical examples and case studies from companies like Walmart, Amazon, and Saudi Aramco. By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of accounting foundations and will be equipped to use this knowledge effectively in various professional and personal settings.

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4.8 out of 5

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  • Adaeze Olivia Eze Adaeze Olivia Eze

    Adaeze Olivia Eze

    Billing Specialist | Accounts Receivable Specialist | Customer Operations & Healthcare Management Student

    5/5 May 11, 2026
    it was relevant
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    5/5 May 6, 2026
    very relevant content .
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    Abu Hasan Arman

    ULIP – Finance at Unilever | Investment & Credit Management | Capital Markets Exposure | Power BI and Advanced Excel | Reporting, Documentation…

    5/5 May 4, 2026
    My experience with Accounting Foundations was very positive. The course explains accounting in a simple, practical, and engaging way, which makes it suitable for beginners. I liked how the instructors used real business examples from companies like Walmart, Target, Microsoft, and Apple to explain financial statements, ratios, budgeting, breakeven analysis, and managerial accounting concepts. The lessons helped me understand that accounting is not just about numbers, but about using financial information to make better decisions. I would definitely recommend this course to students, fresh graduates, business professionals, and anyone who wants to build a strong foundation in accounting and financial decision-making.
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What’s included

  • Practice while you learn 1 exercise file
  • Test your knowledge 8 quizzes
  • Learn on the go Access on tablet and phone
  • Stay up to date Continuing Education Units

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