Finance for Non-Financial Managers
This 3-day Finance for Non-Finance Managers course in Singapore helps professionals develop a practical understanding of finance and its role in business success. The course covers key topics such as budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis, giving participants the skills to interpret financial data, improve planning, and make informed business decisions with confidence.
Duration
3 Days
Instructor
Omaima Khanfar
Venue
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Our 3-day Finance for Non Finance Managers Training in Singapore is designed for professionals without a finance background who want to understand finance in a practical business context. The course explains key financial concepts and shows how they can be applied in day-to-day decision-making.
Participants will learn about the role of finance in business and how to use financial data to measure performance and support better planning. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you will learn how to read and analyse financial statements, understand accrual-based accounting, manage overheads, and apply investment appraisal techniques.
The course also covers trade essentials such as contracts, Incoterms, payment terms, letters of credit, and letters of guarantee, helping you handle commercial transactions with greater confidence. By the end of the course, you will be able to apply financial principles more effectively and make stronger business decisions.
Course Syllabus
Introduction to Financial Concepts
Overview of essential financial terms and concepts
Understanding Letters of Credit and Letters of Guarantee
Basics of Contracts, Incoterms, and Payment Terms
Financial Statements Analysis
In-depth instruction on analyzing financial statements
Understanding balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Practical exercises in financial statement analysis
Accrual-Based Accounting
Fundamentals of accrual-based accounting
Recognizing revenues and expenses in financial reporting
Hands-on exercises in accrual accounting
Overhead Management
Strategies for effective overhead management
Cost categorization and control techniques
Case studies in overhead management
Investment Appraisal Techniques
Introduction to investment appraisal methods
Analyzing and interpreting investment proposals
Real-world applications of investment appraisal
Integrating Financial Principles with Commercial Contracts
Applying financial principles to commercial transactions
Risk assessment in contracts and trade agreements
Practical scenarios in commercial and financial integration
International Trade and Finance
Understanding the financial aspects of international trade
Managing risks and finances in cross-border transactions
Case studies on international trade finance
Decision Making Using Financial Knowledge
Applying financial knowledge to enhance decision-making
Financial analysis in business scenarios
Group exercises in financial decision-making
Financial Management for Non-Financial Managers
Role of non-finance managers in financial management
Bridging the gap between finance and other business functions
Developing a financial perspective for business decisions
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understand essential financial concepts and terminologies relevant to non-finance professionals.
- Gain insights into analyzing and interpreting financial statements.
- Learn to effectively manage overheads and understand accrual-based accounting.
- Develop skills in appraising investments and understanding their financial implications.
- Apply financial knowledge to commercial contracts and international trade for optimized outcomes.
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