Course Information

Introduction

For any organization to be successful it needs to increase profitability, control liquidity
and put in place sound financial structures.
This program enables non-financial managers to contribute more effectively to the
organization through greater understanding of how money works in business and how
they personally can influence company results. It develops learning gained on previous
basic level training programs or from general knowledge on finance.

Objectives

By the end of the program delegates will be able to:
• The Financial Function
• The Financial System
• Read, understand and interpret financial information and develop decision making
models
• Understand how profit is achieved and what happens to it
• Use the practical tools of measurement in operational & financial performance as
well as budgeting
• Reorganize the difference between profitability and solvency
• Use investment appraisal techniques to support project management and decision
making
• Recognize common financial difficulties affecting business
• Understand how business profitability can be improved by non-financial staff

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals involved in strategic planning, financial management, and budgeting. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Vice Presidents
• Directors
• Managers
• Specialist

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts
• Post-assessment

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

The course agenda will be as follows:
• Technical Session 08.30-10.00 am
• Coffee Break 10.00-10.15 am
• Technical Session 10.15-12.15 noon
• Coffee Break 12.15-12.45 pm
• Technical Session 12.45-02.30 pm
• Course Ends 02.30 pm