COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Understand key financial concepts and terminology.
- Analyse financial statements to assess business performance.
- Apply basic financial ratios for analysis.
- Interpret cash flow statements and budgeting processes.
- Gain insights into financial decision-making.
TARGET AUDIENCE
- Aspiring finance professionals seeking foundational knowledge in financial analysis.
- Business owners wanting to improve their financial decision-making skills.
- Entry-level employees in finance-related roles.
DAY 1: Introduction to Financial Analysis
- Definition and Importance of Financial Analysis.
- Key Financial Terminology.
- Overview of Financial Statements.
- Users of Financial Analysis.
- Ethical Considerations in Financial Analysis.
DAY 2: Understanding Financial Statements
- Income Statement: Structure and Components.
- Balance Sheet: Assets, Liabilities, and Equity.
- Cash Flow Statement: Understanding Inflows and Outflows.
- Notes to Financial Statements.
- Limitations of Financial Statements.
DAY 3: Financial Ratios and Analysis Techniques
- Introduction to Financial Ratios.
- Liquidity Ratios: Current and Quick Ratios.
- Profitability Ratios: Gross Margin, Net Margin, and ROE.
- Efficiency Ratios: Asset Turnover and Inventory Turnover.
- Solvency Ratios: Debt to Equity and Interest Coverage.
DAY 4: Cash Flow Analysis and Budgeting
- Importance of Cash Flow in Financial Analysis.
- Analyzing Cash Flow Statements.
- Operating, Investing, and Financing Activities.
- Budgeting Basics: Types and Purposes.
- Variance Analysis: Comparing Budgeted vs. Actual Figures.
DAY 5: Making Informed Financial Decisions
- Introduction to Capital Budgeting.
- Time Value of Money: Present and Future Value.
- Break-Even Analysis.
- Financial Forecasting and Projections.
- Understanding Financial Risks and Returns.
