Executive Development Programme in Strategic Finance Fundamentals

• Financial Statements Analysis: Understanding the story behind financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
• Time Value of Money: Learning the concept of present and future value, compound interest, and discount rates.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Creating and managing budgets, forecasting future financial performance, and identifying key drivers of financial success.
• Risk Management: Identifying and managing financial risks, including market, credit, and operational risks.
• Cost of Capital: Understanding the cost of debt and equity, and how to calculate the weighted average cost of capital.
• Capital Structure: Determining the optimal mix of debt and equity financing to maximize shareholder value.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: Evaluating potential mergers and acquisitions, and understanding the financial implications of integration.
• Financial Modeling: Building financial models to support strategic decision-making, including scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis.
• Performance Metrics: Measuring financial performance using key metrics, including return on investment, economic value added, and shareholder value.

These units are designed to provide a comprehensive overview of strategic finance fundamentals, with a focus on practical application and decision-making support for executives in a variety of industries and roles.