Finance Basics: Decode the Jargon, Navigate Key Statements, Gauge Performance

Intimidated by corporate finance? The numbers (and the jargon) can feel overwhelming--but you have to understand them to manage effectively. Finance Basics explains the fundamentals simply and quickly, introducing you to key terms and concepts such as:

- How to navigate financial statements
- How to weigh costs and benefits
- What's involved in budgeting and forecasting
- How to gauge a company's financial health

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