A310 Financial Statement Analysis Project Purpose The purpose of the financial statement analysis project is to further student knowledge and experience in several areas. First, it is intended to expose students to real financial statements, the final output of the material we've been studying all semester. Second, through an in-depth analysis of the financial statements, students should develop better analytical skills and a more thorough understanding of how to measure firm performance. Third, students will be able to demonstrate written communication skills. Writing skills are critical to any successful business career, regardless of discipline