This program equips non-finance professionals with the ability to understand financial statements, interpret financial data, and make informed business decisions. Using simple language, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain confidence in applying financial concepts to their daily roles.  

TARGET PARTICIPANTS 

This programme is suitable for: 

• Non-finance managers 

• Executives and supervisors 

• Business owners 

• Project managers 

• Professional transitioning to management roles 

• Others involved in financial decision making 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

Upon completion of this programme, participants will be able to: 

• Explain key accounting and finance terminology in simple terms. 

• Interpret the Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow Statement. 

• Analyze financial performance using key ratios and metrics. 

• Apply cost concepts (fixed, variable, breakeven) to operational decisions. 

• Prepare and evaluate basic budgets and forecasts. 

• Assess investment decisions using ROI, NPV, and IRR. 

• Communicate financial insights clearly to stakeholders. 

• Use financial information to support strategic and operational decision making. 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS/ PRE-REQUISITES (IF APPLICABLE) 

• No formal pre-requisites required 

• Suitable for employees at all organisational levels 

EXPECTED BENEFITS TO ORGANISATION 

• Clearer understanding of financial and organizational operations 

• Effective understanding on impact of decision to organization health 

• Improved decision-making and considerations in making decisions 

• Understand financial technical terms and impact to own operations 

• Clearer assessment of project and operations 

• Ensure decisions are aligned to overall organizational goals 

LEARNING OUTCOMES 

At the end of the programme, participants will be able to demonstrate: 

• Knowledge 

  • Understanding of core considerations in financial reporting and impact to organizational operations 

• Skills 

  • Ability to communicate clearly on financial issues and ensure decision making in line with organizational goals. 

• Workplace Application 

  • Application of financial consideration in decision making. 

MODULE BREAKDOWN 

Module 1: Introduction to Accounting and Finance 

• Why finance matters for non finance roles 

• The 5 elements of accounting 

• The accounting equation 

• Understanding business transactions 

Module 2: Understanding Financial Statements 

• Balance Sheet: assets, liabilities, equity 

• Profit & Loss: revenue, expenses, profit 

• Cash Flow Statement: operating, investing, financing 

• How the three statements connect 

Module 3: Cost Concept for Better Decision Making 

• Fixed vs variable costs 

• Contribution margin 

• Breakeven analysis 

• Profitability, liquidity, efficiency 

• What ratios really mean for business decisions 

Module 4: Applying Finance to Real World Scenarios 

• Reading a business story from financial statements 

• Case study: “Is this business healthy?” 

• Communicating financial insights to management 

Module 5: Budgeting and Forecasting 

• Building a simple budget 

• Variance analysis 

• Forecasting techniques 

Module 6: Investment Decision Making  

• Time value of money 

• ROI, NPV, IRR 

• Capital budgeting case study 

Module 7: Cash Flow and Working Capital Management 

• Why profitable companies still go bankrupt 

• Managing receivables, payables, inventory 

• Cash conversion cycle 

Module 8: Financial Risk Awareness 

• Credit, market and operational risks 

• Mitigation strategies for non-financial roles 

Module 9: Understanding Group Profit and Intercompany Transaction 

• What is a group? Parent vs subsidiary 

• Group View vs Legal Entity View 

• Understanding Consolidated Margin / Consolidated Gross Profit 

Module 10: Integrated Business Simulation 

• Participants to run a mock company 

• Market pricing, costing and investment decision 

• Review financial outcomes 

TRAINING METHODOLOGY 

The programme will be delivered using a combination of: 

• Instructor-led lecture 

• Live demonstration 

• Hands-on practical exercises 

• Individual and group activities 

• Case studies based on real workplace data 

ASSESSMENT/ EVALUATION METHOD 

Participants will be assessed through: 

• Case study analysis and group discussion 

• Scenario based exercises 

• Observation and facilitator feedback 

• Post training reflection or assessment 

PROGRAMME DURATION SUMMARY 

Total Training Hours: 14 hours 

• Theory: 45% 

• Practical/ Discussion: 55% 

TRAINING MATERIALS PROVIDED 

• Participant handbook 

• Case Studies and discussion guides 

• Presentation slides 

• Reference materials 

CERTIFICATION 

Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon completion of the programme.