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German GAAP Fundamentals

Learn German accounting principles and GAAP fundamentals in English, enhancing financial skills and knowledge internationally
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Financial Reporting Principles

2

Balance Sheet Presentation

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Profit And Loss Statement

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Cash Flow Statement

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Consolidation Rules

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Michael Carter
US · Course completed

The German GAAP Fundamentals course at Stanmore School of Business precisely aligned with my goal to master German accounting standards for my role in a multinational corporation. The modules on balance‑sheet presentation and revenue recognition provided clear, step‑by‑step guidance that I could immediately apply to our quarterly reporting. The case studies from real German companies helped me practice preparing a Jahresabschluss, and the downloadable templates are still my go‑to resources. Overall, the course material was highly relevant, the instructor’s expertise was evident, and I left feeling confident in applying German GAAP in my daily work.

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Sophie Laurent
CA · Course completed

I really enjoyed the German GAAP Fundamentals class – it hit the sweet spot between theory and hands‑on practice. I wanted to understand the differences between IFRS and German accounting so I could support our Canadian‑German joint venture, and the course delivered exactly that. The video lessons on asset depreciation and the interactive quizzes gave me the practical skills I needed to adjust our financial models. The materials were up‑to‑date and the instructor answered every question in the forum. All in all, a solid learning experience that helped me meet my project deadline.

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Felix Wagner
DE · Course completed

Wow! This course blew me away with its depth and clarity. As a German finance graduate, I expected a refresher, but the Stanmore School of Business took it to another level. The detailed walkthrough of the Handelsgesetzbuch (HGB) sections on inventory valuation gave me concrete tools I could use right away in my audit work. The practical exercises, especially the mock Jahresabschluss, were fantastic – I could see exactly how the theory translates into real‑world reporting. The course materials are polished, the examples are spot‑on, and I’m thrilled with how much my confidence has grown.

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Haruki Tanaka
JP · Course completed

The German GAAP Fundamentals program offered a meticulously detailed curriculum that matched my ambition to support our Japanese subsidiary’s compliance efforts. Each lecture dissected complex topics such as goodwill impairment and deferred tax assets, and the accompanying worksheets allowed me to practice calculations in a controlled environment. The instructor’s explanations were thorough, and the supplementary PDF handbook served as an excellent reference for future projects. My overall learning experience was highly satisfying; I now feel equipped to draft German‑compliant financial statements for our cross‑border transactions.





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