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Financial Management
Rating: 4.1 out of 5(27 ratings)
276 students

Financial Management

Let's learn how to become a Finance Manager and tools required to become the best in the field of Financial Management
Created byRowan Malherbe
Last updated 6/2018
English

What you'll learn

  • You'll develop the knowledge and skills expected of a finance manager, in relation to investment, financing and dividend policy decisions.

Course content

1 section12 lectures1h 49m total length
  • Introduction and objectives of financial management9:00
  • The financial environment
  • Financial markets7:53

    Discover how financial markets and money market instruments shape banking profits through deposits, interest, and leveraging assets and liabilities, with instruments like bonds, commercial paper, and repos.

  • Working capital and its management15:41

    Explore working capital management by optimizing inventory, data, and creditors management. Improve cash flow and short-term liquidity through the operating cycle and cash conversion cycle.

  • Working capital financing11:20
  • Investment appraisal13:35
  • Inflation and tax allowances8:46
  • Risk and sensitivity8:34
  • Financing and sources of financing4:34

    Examine how to select financing sources—leases, loans, bonds, equity, venture capital—and assess terms, after-tax cost of borrowing, and cash-flow implications for asset funding.

  • Dividend policy10:29
  • Cost of capital9:12
  • Valuations10:26

Requirements

  • We recommend that you have a basic understanding of financial management. We recommend that you take our ACCA: F2/FMA Management Accounting course first.

Description

This course is strategically crafted to cultivate the requisite knowledge and skills essential for a proficient finance manager, focusing on making informed decisions in the realms of investment, financing, and dividend policies.

Key Competencies:

Upon successful completion of this comprehensive course, participants will be equipped to:

A. Articulate a nuanced understanding of the role and purpose of the financial management function within an organizational context.

B. Evaluate and articulate the intricate interplay between the economic environment and financial management, demonstrating a comprehensive awareness of external factors influencing financial decisions.

C. Apply and discuss various working capital management techniques, showcasing an ability to optimize liquidity and operational efficiency.

D. Conduct rigorous investment appraisal, demonstrating proficiency in assessing the viability and potential returns of investment opportunities.

E. Identify, analyze, and evaluate alternative sources of business finance, illustrating a comprehensive understanding of the diverse financial instruments available.

F. Discuss and apply principles governing business and asset valuations, showcasing the ability to derive accurate and insightful valuations.

G. Explain and apply risk management techniques within a business context, demonstrating the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.

This course is designed to empower participants with a holistic skill set, enabling them to navigate the complex landscape of financial management. By honing these competencies, participants will be well-prepared to make strategic financial decisions that contribute to the overall success and sustainability of their organizations.

Who this course is for:

  • People that want to learn about how to become an efficient financial manager and apply techniques to further your knowledge within Financial Management.