Seminar on Finance for Non-Finance Executives

Module 1: Introduction to Financial Management for Executives

Understanding the role of finance in business decision-making

Key financial terms and concepts made simple

How finance links with strategy and operations

Module 2: Understanding Financial Statements

The balance sheet: assets, liabilities, and equity

The income statement: revenues, expenses, and profit

The cash flow statement: tracking money in and out

Reading and interpreting financial reports with confidence

Module 3: Budgeting and Cost Management

Fundamentals of budgeting and forecasting

Cost structures and cost allocation

Variance analysis: understanding deviations between actual and planned results

Practical tools for effective budget management

Module 4: Financial Performance Analysis

Ratio analysis (liquidity, profitability, efficiency)

Break-even analysis and decision-making

Assessing business health and sustainability

Practical case studies for non-finance leaders

Module 5: Investment and Capital Decision-Making

Basics of capital budgeting (ROI, NPV, IRR simplified)

Evaluating projects and investment opportunities

Linking investment decisions to organizational goals

Module 6: Risk Management and Corporate Governance

Identifying and managing financial risks

Internal controls and compliance for executives

The role of governance in financial accountability

Module 7: Practical Application for Executives

Translating financial information into strategic decisions

Communicating effectively with finance teams, boards, and stakeholders

Case study simulations: decision-making using financial insights