About this Module
This module explores the classification and role of inventory, accounts payable, and accounts receivable within the accounting cycle. Participants will learn how inventory cost flow assumptions, including FIFO and LIFO, affect financial reporting and decision-making. The module emphasizes how these core accounting elements reflect a business’s operations and influence its overall financial health.
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Accounting Certificate
Designed for professionals seeking to interpret financial data and understand how it informs business decisions. This certificate covers accounting fundamentals such as financial statements, internal controls, and capital budgeting. Learners will also explore topics like fraud detection, inventory management, and depreciation through real-world examples.
- Length: 5 online modules (5–6 hours each)
- Format: Fully online, asynchronous, and self-paced to support flexible learning
- Skills Gained: Analytical thinking, cost analysis, budgeting, fraud detection, short- and long-term financial decision-making
- Recognition: Shareable digital badges earned per module; full certificate awarded upon completion
Faculty lead: Joe Cho
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