Welcome to Finance 101. Feeling anxious already? That is okay, not all of us are numbers people. This series is designed for anyone who wishes to dip a toe into the world of finance and is ready to learn the basics.

It is important for everyone to have a general understanding of this broad-ranging topic, not just for career purposes but for personal finance benefits too. In this first course, we discuss all that the term "finance" encompasses, the various skills that come with a solid understanding of finance, and why and how those skills are beneficial to you.

Finance jargon is a language all its own. In order to really delve into the study of finance, you'll need to know and understand some important terms. This course will cover some common terminology including assets and liabilities, expenses and cash flow, capital gains and losses, ROI, and more. These courses will give you a solid foundation of knowledge as you move forward in your study of finance, helping you to comprehend more complex financial concepts.

As a whole, a company's financial report provides a comprehensive look at their financial health. It's typically reviewed and may be shared with current and potential investors, government entities, and others who have a financial stake in the company. It lists every single transaction a business takes part in throughout a given period of time, including loan payments, purchases, and sales. This program will help you understand the main resources and documents needed for a financial report.