Training Financial & Fintech
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
French Chamber of Commerce,
541 Orchard Road, #08-01/04 Liat Towers, 238881, Singapore
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English
Join us for this one-day practical training on finance for non-finance managers
What Makes This Different
Most finance courses teach managers to read financial statements. This masterclass teaches them to use them. Every concept is immediately connected to real business decisions — from pricing a deal under pressure, to spotting a cash crisis hiding behind record profits, to defending a budget in a boardroom. Attendees leave with practical tools they can apply the very next day.
People are often confused by the difference between statutory reporting and management accounting metrics. This program clears up that confusion. We bridge the gap between compliance and the real metrics that drive decisions. It is a mix rarely taught, but essential for senior-level success.
The 4 Pillars
| Pillar | Focus | Key Real-World Skill |
|---|---|---|
| 1. The Language of Business | Revenue, costs, margins, EBITDA, CapEx vs. OpEx | Know which metrics are IFRS-required vs. management tools; make smarter pricing decisions |
| 2. The Financial Narrative | P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement | Read the story behind the numbers; identify cash traps hidden in “profitable” results |
| 3. Performance & Efficiency | Ratios, working capital, Cash Conversion Cycle | Diagnose business health; optimize cash flow through operational decisions |
4. Strategic Influence |
Budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, business cases |
Participate confidently in budget cycles; present financial insights persuasively |
Our Training Approach
Each pillar opens with a clear overview before diving into detail, so attendees always know where they are. Every slide carries a “Manager’s Reality Check” — translating theory into real office decisions and warning signs — alongside concise on-slide notes attendees can reference long after the session.
Each module concludes with a live, 15-minute case study set at exactly the right level for non-finance professionals: challenging enough to provoke real thinking, accessible enough to complete and discuss in a group. Model answers and discussion points are provided immediately after.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the day, attendees will be able to read and interpret financial statements, distinguish profit from cash, apply key ratios to assess business performance, contribute meaningfully to budgeting and forecasting, and build a business case that speaks the language of finance.
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