Making Sense of the Numbers
Today’s executives need to be proficient in the language of finance, be ready to competently question analysis and spot the gaps in the big picture so as to add maximum value within their roles.
About the course
The information contained in financial statements often forms the basis for examining and reviewing past decisions, underscores discussions in the boardroom and sets the agenda for the future direction of the company.
The aim of the Finance for Non-Financial Managers course is to give managers from a non-financial background the essential tools and knowledge to make informed, objective financial decisions.
The course is presented in a non-technical fashion, designed for managers and executives with responsibility for managing budgets who have limited or no financial background. Accounts and information sheets will be provided along with a contextual analysis of recent financial news and topical subjects.
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Course content
Course content
- The role of finance & accounting
- Interpreting key financial statements
- Demystifying budgetary terminology
- Decision making techniques
- Presenting a Business Case in terms of ROI
- Customer driven and strategic management accounting
- Classification of costs, costing systems and activity-based costing
- Differentiating between long and short-term budgetary planning
- Business planning
Who should attend
Managers and executives with responsibility for managing budgets who have limited or no financial background.
Certification
A Certificate of Attendance can be supplied in soft-copy and/or hard-copy on request
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to prepare anything in advance?
In preparation for the course, participants should consider if there are any recurring topics/issues they have with finance that they would like to have a better understanding of.
What do I need to prepare to get online for this training?
You may be coming to online learning for the first time, and feel nervous or worried that it might be unfamiliar and difficult. Well you can relax! So long as you have a computer and are able to connect to the internet, ideally with a webcam (although this is not essential) then you’re all set!
We use Zoom to run our virtual sessions, and each class is secured with password access so only the registered participants can join. All the course materials are made available for you to follow along on-screen, and then join in with the collaboration sessions and activities.
You can join through any browser, or download and install the free Zoom app from www.zoom.us
It’s all very easy, accessible and fun – so do come in and join us as we embrace this modern and innovative way of working together. Expect to receive your zoom invitation a day or two before the course starts.
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