Financial Analysis and Business Decisions for Non-Finance Managers

About This Course

Business performance is measured using financial statements and management is expected to create value for the company. To create value, a good grasp of financial principles is absolutely essential. However, many non-financial managers do not fully grasp financial and accounting concepts, and value will not be optimised in such instances.

This course will enhance participants’ business acumen and financial analysis skills, and uses an accelerated learning methodology to provide an impactful learning experience. Actual annual reports of public-listed companies, real-life case studies and financial news will be used to provide realistic learning experiences and a direct transfer of learning to the workplace. This is a hands-on course that focuses on the practical applications of accounting and financial principles in a business environment. Complex technical jargon will be explained in simple layman terms.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Understand common accounting and finance terminology
• Appreciate the rationale behind accounting and financial policies
• Make business decisions
• Manage operations to achieve better financial results
• Analyse financial information in annual reports
• Monitor financial performance
• Manage financial risks
• Appreciate corporate strategy and KPIs set by senior management
• Ask insightful questions about a company’s finances and business strategy
• Communicate more effectively with finance department