Applied Financial Analysis for Business Projects

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Open to private marketplace Closing on September 13, 2025 / 1 spot left
Salem State University
Salem, Massachusetts, United States
Zlatinka Blaber
Associate Professor of Accounting
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6
Timeline
  • September 26, 2025
    Experience start
  • December 11, 2025
    Experience end
Experience
1 projects wanted
Dates set by experience
Preferred Community Partners
Anywhere
Any Community Partner type
Any industries

Experience scope

Categories
Accounting Financial modeling Financial services Investment Risk, audit and compliance
Skills
financial strategy financial analysis strategic decision making variance analysis risk analysis forecasting budgeting cost benefit analysis accounting mitigation
Student goals and capabilities

This experience is designed for graduate-level learners with a strong foundation in accounting principles. Participants are equipped to apply their knowledge to real-world financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic decision-making projects. Learners will engage in projects that require them to analyze financial statements, assess financial health, and provide actionable insights to improve business performance. This experience bridges classroom learning with practical application, enabling learners to contribute effectively to industry projects.

Students

Students
Graduate
Advanced levels
15 students
Project
15 hours per student
Educators assign students to projects
Teams of 4
Expected outcomes and deliverables
  • Comprehensive financial analysis reports
  • Budget forecasts and variance analysis
  • Cost-benefit analysis for proposed business initiatives
  • Recommendations for financial strategy improvements
  • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
Project timeline
  • September 26, 2025
    Experience start
  • December 11, 2025
    Experience end

Project Examples

Requirements
  • Analyzing a company's quarterly financial statements to identify trends and areas for improvement
  • Developing a budget forecast for a new product launch
  • Conducting a cost-benefit analysis for a potential merger or acquisition
  • Evaluating the financial impact of a proposed operational change
  • Assessing the financial risks associated with entering a new market
  • Creating a financial strategy to improve cash flow management
  • Reviewing and optimizing a company's capital structure
  • Providing recommendations for improving financial reporting processes

Additional Community Partner criteria

Community Partners must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:

  • Q1 - Text short
    Will you respond to emails promptly?