Master Cash Flow Statements in Just a Few Hours

Understand where the cash goes, spot problems early, and make smarter decisions—without needing an MBA.


Who This Is For

If you’re a small business owner, bookkeeper, tax pro, or office manager who wants to understand money movement—not just profit—this course is for you.

Read cash flow with confidence Explain cash to clients or leadership Make decisions using real numbers

What You’ll Be Able to Do

  • Read any cash flow statement clearly
  • Tell profit vs. cash (and why it matters)
  • Spot trends and warning signs early
  • Build a basic cash flow statement from sample data
  • Communicate insights in plain English

What You Get

  • Short, focused videos (step-by-step)
  • Downloadable PDFs for each chapter
  • Slide decks to follow along
  • Practice spreadsheets (realistic scenarios)
  • 10-question quiz with explanations
  • Certificate of completion

Bonuses

  • Cash Flow Cheat Sheet (1-page)
  • 5-Line Analysis Worksheet
  • Email templates to request statements

Preview lesson available: What Is a Cash Flow Statement?

Course Curriculum

1) What Is a Cash Flow Statement?

The role of cash flow vs. income & balance sheets

2) Cash Flow Components

Operating, Investing, Financing—how they connect

3) Common Confusions + Key Terms

Profit vs. cash, depreciation, working capital, FCF

4) Reading a Statement (Step-by-Step)

A simple method you can reuse every time

5) Identifying Trends & Issues

Green flags, red flags, and context

6) Practical Applications

Five real-world style examples to analyze

7) Create Your Own Statement

Build one from sample data, start to finish

Why Learn From Us

We train working adults in bookkeeping and tax to use real tools in real businesses. The material is plain-language, practical, and built for speed—so you can use it the same day.

Instructor

Ken Bostrom, Director of Education & Production at Universal Accounting. Ken has trained hundreds of professionals to read and explain cash flow in clear, simple terms.

What Learners Say

“I finally understood why our ‘profit’ never matched our bank balance.” — Small Business Owner
“The step-by-step method is gold. I use it in client meetings.” — Bookkeeper

Price

$149 

Enroll Now — $149

FAQ

How long is the course?

About 2–3 hours of focused content plus practice.

Do I need prior accounting knowledge?

No. We start simple and build up.

Is there a certificate?

Yes, a downloadable certificate upon completion.

Ready to read cash flow like a pro?

Understand the story behind the numbers and make better decisions.

Enroll Now — $149

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to Cash Flow Statements

    • Introduction

    • Introduction to Cash Flow

    • What is a Cash Flow Statement?

    • Importance for Businesses
  • 2

    Understanding Cash Flow Components

    • Operating Activities

    • Cash Flows from Core Business Operations – Inflows and Outflows

    • Investing and Financing Activities

    • Understanding Cash Flow Components

  • 3

    Common Confusions Explained

    • Misconceptions about Cash Flow

    • Clarifying Key Terms
  • 4

    Reading a Cash Flow Statement

    • Reading a Cash Flow Statement: Step-by-Step Analysis

    • Identifying Trends and Issues
  • 5

    Practical Applications

    • Creating Your Own Statement

    • Review