This course provides an overview of the disclosure requirements for SEC Form 8-K - the broad form used to notify investors in U.S. publicly traded companies of certain events that may be important . This course provides an overview of the key disclosure requirements for several of the triggering events requiring the filing of a Form 8-K with the SEC. This course also provides information about how the Form 8-K requirements have evolved over time.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
Recognize the overall purpose of the Form 8-K
Identify the filing deadline for Form 8-K triggering events
Identify triggering events that require the filing of a Form 8-K
Recognize overall disclosures requirements for a Form 8-K
Major Topics
Registrant's Business and Operations
Financial Information
Securities and Trading Markets
Matters Related to Accountants and Financial Statements
Corporate Governance and Management
Asset-Backed Securities
Regulation FD
Financial Statements and Exhibits
