Finance for Non-Financial People

Finance for Non-Financial People

Duration: 1-2 days  | Maximum group size: 12 people

Course overview

This course is for employees or managers who want to develop their basic financial knowledge and understanding. Delegates will learn about profit and loss, balance sheets, cash flow and forecasting by reviewing ‘real’ financial reports and in-turn recognise the part they can play in improving the financial position of the business.

Who would benefit from attending?

Individuals who want to learn the fundamentals of business finance and the impact of making well informed financial decisions.

Core development objectives covered

• How effective finance management can benefit the business

• Understanding financial jargon & phrases

• Profit, cash flow & the balance sheet

• The importance of a healthy cash-flow position

• Understanding & managing business cost

• Variable & fixed costs

• Calculating break-even point

• Financial planning ~ forecasting & budgeting

• Understanding the need to financially appraise capital expenditure projects

• Making informed decisions using financial data

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Project Management

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Delivery methodology

Futureproof’s training workshops require all delegates to take a full and active role throughout. Our mix of trainer led discussion, facilitation, coaching and skills practice ensures that all delegates enjoy an interactive and supportive learning experience.

Just a thought…

“If I had to run a company on three measures, those measures would be customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction, and cash flow.” – Jack Welch

“Never take your eyes off the cash flow because it’s the lifeblood of business.” – Sir Richard Branson