Finance for Non-Financial Managers

*Please be aware that due to the Covid-19 restrictions on Social Distancing, this course will be delivered by Virtual Classroom Technology until further notice*
Further details and technical requirements for attending Virtual delivery of this course can be found in the 'Supporting Documents' section below. 


The aim of this short course is to provide the Service leaver with an all-round and essential understanding of the language of financial management together with the ability and confidence to offer key financial management skills to potential employers in any sector, anywhere at any level. 

Next Scheduled Date: 1 Jan 0001

Why take this course?

This course is designed to prepare Service leavers to understand the financial aspects of any management role they may be applying for. It will assist when at interview where commercial language will be used and an understanding of financial management will be expected.This course is used widely across industry in the UK and overseas to equip management with the commercial awareness that businesses demand.

Is this the right course for me?

If you are looking to start your next career in a management role this course is ideal preparation. It will enable you to understand the basics and provides a foundation on which to improve knowledge of the world of finance.

"The facilitator was absolutely brilliant. Making what can be a dry subject extremely interesting & relevant. Good Job!"
- Course Attendee

This course is NOT suitable for Service leavers seeking to become self employed. Please see our 'Accounting in a Small Business' course description. 

Qualifications

There are no formal qualifications available on this course.

Eligibility

This short programme is open to anyone at any level who needs or wishes to understand the language of financial management and how it is applied in a civilian organisation. The course is therefore of particular value to potential business managers and executives, administrators, project managers, team leaders, marketing and sales people; in fact anyone who is, or needs to be, business focused and financially aware.

Fees & Funding

  • Full course cost is paid in Module 1

Course Content

DAY 1

  • Introducing the legal framework of accounting, accounting standards & concepts
  • Cash vs. Accrual Accounting
  • The key management reports:
  • The Balance Sheet,
  • Income Statement (Profit & Loss)
  • Cash Flow Statement
  • Using key financial ratios for performance analysis
  • Calculating depreciation and amortisation
  • The language of shares (equity)
  • Improving Working Capital (Liquidity)

 

DAY 2

  • Budgeting and Forecasting principles
  • Cash vs. Revenue Forecasting
  • Understanding costs
  • Calculating break-even for output and revenue
  • Capital Investment calculations - Discounted Cash Flows
  • An overview of Corporate Social Responsibility

 

Career Opportunities

There is no qualification associated with this course but it will provide Service leavers with the financial awareness and understanding to manage a budget and contribute to financial discussions and decision making in the workplace.. 

Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Scheduled dates and locations

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