Finance for Non-Finance Managers

The aspects of finance most managers need to know.

Sound financial management is critical to the long-term health of all organisations. Managers in organisations need the ability to read financial reports accurately, ask the right questions of their finance colleagues and make strategic management decisions based on a solid understanding of the relevant financial issues.

This one-day programme is designed to help managers understand the tools, techniques and concepts of good financial management.

Who will find it useful

Those in management roles, e.g. budget holders and decision takers who want to have the world of finance ‘demystified’.  The course will appeal to those from all sectors (public, private etc).

Objectives

To provide participants with a clear understanding of:

• The principles of finance
• Interpreting financial statements and reports
• The role of finance
• Annual planning and budgeting

Learning outcomes

• Improved ability to manage budgets and allocate resources effectively
• New approaches on how delegates make decisions and alternative strategies that might be available to them
• Opportunity to share experiences and challenges in structured discussion