Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Overview

If you’re a small business owner who wants to gain a better understanding of business finance, then the Finance for Non-Financial Managers course is perfect for you. In this comprehensive training course, our expert instructor will guide you through the key elements of a financial department, from financial reporting to budgeting and balance sheets.

Throughout the course, you will gain a basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles and will familiarise with professional cost management techniques. You will learn all about profit and loss accounts, how to prepare a cash flow statement, general pricing and financing strategies, and much more.

On course completion, you will have a practical understanding of how to run the financial aspects of your business efficiently and will be familiar with professional accounting concepts.

Highlights  of The Finance for Non-Financial Managers Course

• Have a solid understanding of the role of the finance department
• Be familiar with the rules and principles of financial reporting
• Gain basic knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting
• Know what is included in the balance sheet and how to create one
• Learn what profit and loss accounts reveal about a business
• Get step-by-step guidance on how to prepare a cash flow statement
• Familiarise with the different approaches to budgeting 
• Develop extensive knowledge of cost management techniques

Course design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

• Online study materials
• Mock exams
• Multiple-choice assessment

Who is This Course for?

This comprehensive training course is ideal for small business owners who wish to gain an understanding of financial management principles and techniques. There are no specific entry requirements for this course, which can be studied on a full-time or part-time basis.

How is the course assessed?

To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised certificate and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

Why study this course

Whether you’re an existing practitioner or aspiring professional, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills and an accredited qualification attesting to your knowledge.

The Finance for Non-Financial Managers is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Career Path

On successful completion, learners will have the practical skills and knowledge to run the financial side of their business more efficiently, armed with professional tools and techniques.