Finances in a Flash

University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Maine Business School

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Welcome to Finances in a Flash! If you want to take control of your business finances quickly and easily, you’re in the right place! This interactive and practical course, offered by the Maine Business School and UMaine Extension, provides essential financial management knowledge designed for busy professionals. In just two hours, you’ll gain a solid foundation in small business financial management through engaging lessons, fun videos, and interactive activities.

We’ll cover key topics like creating a solid budget, understanding your cash flow, building an emergency fund, and the importance of financial statements—giving you the tools and confidence to make smarter, more informed decisions. Whether just getting started or fine-tuning your skills, this course makes financial management easy, actionable, and immediately applicable to strengthen your business.

Cost: $24.99 | Duration: Two Hours

Earners of this micro-badge:

  • Are able to identify the core components of financial management including budgeting, financial statements, and cash flow management.
  • Understand the purpose and structure of key financial statements such as the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
  • Understand the purpose and structure of key financial statements such as the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Finances in a Flash is based on U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) financial management curriculum.


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