Finance for Non-Financial Managers Training Course

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Introduction

In today's dynamic business environment, understanding financial principles is crucial for executives and business professionals to drive success and maintain competitiveness.

This Building Financial Acumen for Non-Financial Managers training course is designed to demystify finance for non-financial managers, equipping them with essential skills to navigate profitability, liquidity, and financial structure.

This interactive training course covers fundamental financial concepts, including accounting processes, financial reporting, and analysis. Participants will gain insights into how these financial reports influence business decisions and strategic planning.

The training course also emphasizes management accounting, focusing on budgeting, cost control, and investment evaluation. By bridging financial and strategic perspectives, the training course empowers professionals to make informed decisions that enhance corporate profitability and sustainability.

This GLOMACS Building Financial Acumen for Non-Financial Managers training course will highlight:

The strategic and operational role of finance in business
Principles of accounting and financial reporting
Techniques for understanding and analyzing financial reports
Management accounting’s role in cost control and efficiency
Evaluating investment returns to meet stakeholder expectations

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this Building Financial Acumen for Non-Financial Managers training course, you will learn to:

Explain the role and interpretation of financial statements
Communicate effectively with financial professionals using accounting terminology
Review organizational performance using financial ratios and break-even analysis
Implement budgetary control to compare actual performance with planned targets
Evaluate investment projects through DCF and other appraisal methods

Training Methodology

The delegates on this training course will receive thorough training on the subjects utilising a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques include the following:

A presentation in a highly interactive manner
Individual and group activities, interspersed throughout the sessions, along with appropriate case studies
Video documentaries that will highlight the significant teaching features

Building Financial Acumen for Non-Financial Managers

Who Should Attend?

The Organisation will have the following benefits,

Increasing awareness of accounting and finance roles
Improving understanding of accounting systems and financial reports
Enhancing contributions to financial discussions and decision-making
Utilizing tools for effective financial control and management
Identifying and managing business risks for sustainable growth

Course Outline

Day 1

Understanding the Business & Financial Landscape

Overview of the Business Environment
Importance of Financial Management: Exploring the crucial role of financial management within organizations.
Creating a Strategic Financial Plan: Developing a long-term financial strategy to guide business decisions.
Purpose of Financial and Management Accounting: Examining the functions and objectives of financial and management accounting.
Accounting Standards and Practices: Reviewing accounting conventions, policies, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Executive Responsibilities in Corporate Governance: Understanding the role of executives in ensuring effective corporate governance.

Day 2

Analyzing Financial Statements for Executive Decisions

Distinguishing between internal and external financial data.
Identifying the critical elements of published annual financial statements.
Financial Performance Analysis
Techniques for effective management of working capital.
Indicators of Business Viability

Day 3

Strategic Financial Decision-Making

Determining when and why to finance a business.
Exploring various sources and types of financing
Determining the cost of financing
Internal versus External Growth Strategies
Restructuring Strategies

Day 4

Capital Investment and Budget Management

The importance of considering the time value of money in investment decisions.
Understanding the steps involved in capital investment decisions.
Basic Appraisal Methods: ARR and Payback.
Discounted Cash Flow Techniques:
- NPV
- IRR
- Discounted cash flow analysis
Profitability Index
Risk and Uncertainty Management

Day 5

Cost Management & Budget Control

Understanding the role and significance of budgeting in business management.
Assessing the relevance of different budgeting models for your business.
Budget Preparation and Implementation
Techniques for monitoring and controlling the budget.
Using variance analysis to assess deviations from the budget.
Decision-making through CVP and break-even analysis.

International Standards & Professional Alignment

Our training courses are aligned with internationally recognised professional standards and frameworks across leadership, strategy, finance, governance, risk, compliance, and audit. By integrating globally trusted models, we ensure learners develop practical, relevant, and industry-recognised capabilities.

Our trainings draw on leading international standards and professional frameworks, including ISO, ISACA, COSO, OECD, IIA, FATF, Basel, IFRS/ISSB, GRI, NIST, CPD, ILM and the OECD AI Principles. This alignment ensures consistency with global best practices across financial management, risk oversight, digital governance, sustainability, and strategic decision-making..

Designed in alignment with globally recognised professional bodies, our courses support continuous professional development, strengthen organisational capability, and provide clear pathways toward professional certifications valued worldwide.

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