Are you looking to grasp the essentials of financial management, whether for career advancement, entrepreneurial ventures, or family business operations? The "Basics of Bookkeeping" course is designed to equip you with the fundamental skills needed to track and understand your business's financial transactions.

In this course, you'll learn how to meticulously record every penny that flows into and out of your business. We will guide you through creating a tailored chart of accounts that suits your specific needs, ensuring that every expense and income is properly categorized and managed.

You'll discover:

• Fundamentals of Bookkeeping: What are debits and credits, and how do they affect your records?
• Account Labeling: How to set up and label accounts effectively.
• Financial Terminology: Key terms and their meanings to help you navigate financial statements and reports.
• Interpreting Numbers: What the numbers reveal about your business's financial health and performance.

Even if you plan to outsource your bookkeeping, understanding these basics will give you valuable insight into your finances, ensuring you are never in the dark about your business's financial status. By the end of this course, you'll have a clear understanding of where the numbers go and why, empowering you to manage your financial affairs with confidence.

The next cohort starts February 3, 2025.  

Questions? Email pdi@lynchburg.edu